What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 2502 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Zakah), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:, states: ""The injuries caused by the best are without liability, and wells are without liability, and mines are without liability, and the Khumus is due on Rikaz.""

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 2502 in the Book of The Book of Zakah.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #2502

The Book of Zakah

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، عَنْ مَالِكٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ سَعِيدٍ، وَأَبِي، سَلَمَةَ عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ جَرْحُ الْعَجْمَاءِ جُبَارٌ وَالْبِئْرُ جُبَارٌ وَالْمَعْدِنُ جُبَارٌ وَفِي الرِّكَازِ الْخُمْسُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"The injuries caused by the best are without liability, and wells are without liability, and mines are without liability, and the Khumus is due on Rikaz."

Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:

Context

This hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah addresses the concept of liability in various situations. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ explains that certain injuries or damages, such as those caused by animals or wells, do not incur liability. This reflects a broader understanding of property rights and responsibilities within the community, emphasizing fairness and the need for clear guidelines in ownership and liability.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, understanding property rights is crucial for maintaining harmony in communities. This principle can guide individuals in their interactions regarding shared resources, ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and that responsibilities are clearly defined.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Property Rights because it outlines specific situations where liability does not apply, promoting fairness in property ownership.

Property Rights