Sunan an-Nasa'i #4298
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warns against keeping dogs unless they serve specific purposes such as hunting or herding. He states that keeping a dog for other reasons will result in a reduction of one's rewards. This highlights the importance of ethical behavior in pet ownership.
Modern Application
Today, this principle encourages responsible pet ownership. It reminds individuals to consider the purpose and necessity of having pets, ensuring that their presence aligns with ethical and practical considerations.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Ethical Behavior because it discusses the moral implications of keeping pets and the responsibilities that come with it.
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About Sunan an-Nasa'i
This hadith is #4298 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Hunting and Slaughtering. It is graded Hasan and narrated by It was narrated from 'Abdullah bin Mughaffal that the Prophet said:.