#4979

Sunan Abu Dawud

Sunan Abu Dawud #4979

General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab)

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عُمَرَ بْنِ مَيْسَرَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا مُعَاذُ بْنُ هِشَامٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ بُرَيْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لاَ تَقُولُوا لِلْمُنَافِقِ سَيِّدٌ فَإِنَّهُ إِنْ يَكُ سَيِّدًا فَقَدْ أَسْخَطْتُمْ رَبَّكُمْ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

The Prophet (ﷺ) said: Do not call a hypocrite sayyid (master), for if he is a sayyid, you will displease your Lord, Most High.

Narrated by Narrated Buraydah ibn al-Hasib:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warns against calling a hypocrite 'sayyid' or master, as doing so may displease Allah. This statement reflects the importance of sincerity and truthfulness in relationships and communication. The Prophet's guidance serves as a reminder to be cautious in our words and to avoid elevating those who do not embody true faith.

Modern Application

This principle is relevant today as it encourages honest communication and the importance of recognizing true character in individuals. It reminds us to be mindful of the titles and honors we bestow upon others, ensuring they reflect genuine qualities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Respectful Communication and Prophetic Etiquette because it addresses the importance of truthful speech and the proper treatment of individuals based on their true character.

Respectful Communication Prophetic Etiquette

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Do not make [your] calling of the Messenger among yourselves as the call of one of you to another. Already Allah knows those of you who slip away, concealed by others. So let those beware who dissent from the Prophet's order, lest fitnah strike them or a painful punishment.

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O you who have believed, do not raise your voices above the voice of the Prophet or be loud to him in speech like the loudness of some of you to others, lest your deeds become worthless while you perceive not.

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This hadith is #4979 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Buraydah ibn al-Hasib:.

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