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Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 3878 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Agriculture), narrated by It was narrated that Rafi' bin Khadij said:, states: ""The Prophet passed by the land of a man from among the Ansar who he knew was in need and said: 'Whose is this land?' He said: 'So and so's; he has given it to us in return for rent.' He said: 'Why di…"

The Book of Agriculture

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

أَخْبَرَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا إِسْرَائِيلُ، عَنْ إِبْرَاهِيمَ بْنِ مُهَاجِرٍ، عَنْ مُجَاهِدٍ، عَنْ رَافِعِ بْنِ خَدِيجٍ، قَالَ مَرَّ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم عَلَى أَرْضِ رَجُلٍ مِنَ الأَنْصَارِ قَدْ عَرَفَ أَنَّهُ مُحْتَاجٌ فَقَالَ ‏‏"‏‏ لِمَنْ هَذِهِ الأَرْضُ ‏‏"‏‏‏.‏‏ قَالَ لِفُلاَنٍ أَعْطَانِيهَا بِالأَجْرِ‏.‏‏ فَقَالَ ‏‏"‏‏ لَوْ مَنَحَهَا أَخَاهُ ‏‏"‏‏‏.‏‏ فَأَتَى رَافِعٌ الأَنْصَارَ فَقَالَ إِنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم نَهَاكُمْ عَنْ أَمْرٍ كَانَ لَكُمْ نَافِعًا وَطَاعَةُ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَنْفَعُ لَكُمْ‏.‏‏

"The Prophet passed by the land of a man from among the Ansar who he knew was in need and said: 'Whose is this land?' He said: 'So and so's; he has given it to us in return for rent.' He said: 'Why did he not give it to his brother?'" Rafi' came to the Ansar and said: "The Messenger of Allah has forbidden something for you which was beneficial, but obedience to the command of the Messenger of Allah is more beneficial for you."

Narrated by It was narrated that Rafi' bin Khadij said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) encounters a situation where a man from the Ansar is renting out his land instead of giving it to his needy brother. The Prophet's inquiry and subsequent advice emphasize the value of generosity and brotherhood among the community. This interaction serves as a reminder of the importance of helping those in need.

Modern Application

In modern times, this principle encourages individuals to prioritize helping friends and family over seeking financial gain. Acts of kindness, such as sharing resources or providing support, can strengthen community bonds.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor and Buying and Selling because it addresses the ethical considerations surrounding financial transactions and the importance of prioritizing community welfare over profit.

Wages and Labor Buying and Selling