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Sunan an-Nasa'i #4106

The Book of Fighting [The Prohibition of Bloodshed]
Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا الْقَاسِمُ بْنُ زَكَرِيَّا بْنِ دِينَارٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدُ بْنُ عَمْرٍو الأَشْعَثِيُّ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْثَرٌ، عَنْ مُطَرِّفٍ، عَنْ سَوَادَةَ بْنِ أَبِي الْجَعْدِ، عَنْ أَبِي جَعْفَرٍ، قَالَ كُنْتُ جَالِسًا عِنْدَ سُوَيْدِ بْنِ مُقَرِّنٍ فَقَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ مَنْ قُتِلَ دُونَ مَظْلَمَتِهِ فَهُوَ شَهِيدٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"I was sitting with Suwaid bin Muqarrin, and he said: The Messenger of Allah said: "Whoever is killed defending himself against injustice, he is a martyr."
Narrated by It was narrated that Abu Ja'far said:

Context

This hadith states that anyone killed while defending themselves against injustice is considered a martyr. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasizes the honor associated with standing up against oppression. This teaching serves as a powerful reminder of the value of justice and the sacrifices made for it.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle can inspire individuals to stand up against injustice and advocate for those who cannot defend themselves. It encourages a sense of responsibility towards social justice and the protection of the vulnerable.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Martyrdom because it highlights the honor and significance of defending oneself against oppression.

Martyrdom

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About Sunan an-Nasa'i

This hadith is #4106 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Fighting [The Prohibition of Bloodshed]. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Abu Ja'far said:.

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