The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
أَخْبَرَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ دُرُسْتَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو إِسْمَاعِيلَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، أَنَّ أَبَا سَلَمَةَ، حَدَّثَهُ عَنْ جَابِرِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنْ نَبِيِّ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ
" الْعُمْرَى لِمَنْ وُهِبَتْ لَهُ " .
"Yahya narrated to us that Abu Salamah narrated to him, from Jabir bin 'Abdullah, from the Prophet of Allah who said: 'A lifelong gift belongs to the one to whom it was given.'"
Narrated by Abu Isma'il said:
Context
This hadith conveys that a lifelong gift belongs to the one to whom it was given. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasizes the importance of honoring gifts and the rights of recipients. This teaching reflects the ethical considerations in giving and receiving gifts, highlighting the significance of trust and responsibility in such transactions.
Modern Application
In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to respect and honor gifts they receive, understanding the trust placed in them by the giver. It fosters a culture of gratitude and responsibility in relationships.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Contracts & Agreements because it emphasizes the importance of honoring gifts and the ethical responsibilities associated with them.
He who has settled us in the home of duration out of His bounty. There touches us not in it any fatigue, and there touches us not in it weariness [of mind]."
