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This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Financial Transactions), narrated by It was narrated that Jabir said:, states: ""When the Prophet (ﷺ) came to Al-Madinah, he called for a scale and weighed (something) for me and gave me more.""

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

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #4600

The Book of Financial Transactions

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدٌ، عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، قَالَ أَخْبَرَنِي مُحَارِبُ بْنُ دِثَارٍ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، قَالَ لَمَّا قَدِمَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم الْمَدِينَةَ دَعَا بِمِيزَانٍ فَوَزَنَ لِي وَزَادَنِي ‏.‏

"When the Prophet (ﷺ) came to Al-Madinah, he called for a scale and weighed (something) for me and gave me more."

Narrated by It was narrated that Jabir said:

Context

When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ arrived in Al-Madinah, he demonstrated fairness in trade by using a scale to weigh something for Jabir. He not only ensured that Jabir received what was due to him but also gave him extra, highlighting the importance of honesty and generosity in business dealings. This incident emphasizes the ethical standards that should govern transactions among individuals.

Modern Application

In today's world, this hadith encourages individuals to practice fairness and generosity in their business transactions. Whether in a marketplace or a corporate setting, ensuring that all parties receive their due and going beyond the minimum can foster trust and goodwill.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Buying and Selling and Trade Ethics because it illustrates the importance of fairness and generosity in business transactions.

Buying and Selling Trade Ethics

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And give full measure when you measure, and weigh with an even balance. That is the best [way] and best in result.

سُورَةُ النَّمۡلِ

An-Naml (The Ant)

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فَلَمَّا جَآءَ سُلَيْمَٰنَ قَالَ أَتُمِدُّونَنِ بِمَالٍۢ فَمَآ ءَاتَىٰنِۦَ ٱللَّهُ خَيْرٌۭ مِّمَّآ ءَاتَىٰكُم بَلْ أَنتُم بِهَدِيَّتِكُمْ تَفْرَحُونَ

So when they came to Solomon, he said, "Do you provide me with wealth? But what Allah has given me is better than what He has given you. Rather, it is you who rejoice in your gift.

سُورَةُ يُوسُفَ

Yusuf (Joseph)

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فَلَمَّا جَهَّزَهُم بِجَهَازِهِمْ جَعَلَ ٱلسِّقَايَةَ فِى رَحْلِ أَخِيهِ ثُمَّ أَذَّنَ مُؤَذِّنٌ أَيَّتُهَا ٱلْعِيرُ إِنَّكُمْ لَسَٰرِقُونَ

So when he had furnished them with their supplies, he put the [gold measuring] bowl into the bag of his brother. Then an announcer called out, "O caravan, indeed you are thieves."

وَلَمَّا جَهَّزَهُم بِجَهَازِهِمْ قَالَ ٱئْتُونِى بِأَخٍۢ لَّكُم مِّنْ أَبِيكُمْ ۚ أَلَا تَرَوْنَ أَنِّىٓ أُوفِى ٱلْكَيْلَ وَأَنَا۠ خَيْرُ ٱلْمُنزِلِينَ

And when he had furnished them with their supplies, he said, "Bring me a brother of yours from your father. Do not you see that I give full measure and that I am the best of accommodators?

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Then as for one whose scales are heavy [with good deeds],

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This hadith is #4600 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Financial Transactions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Jabir said:.

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