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Sunan an-Nasa'i #4703

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 إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، عَنْ وَكِيعٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي عَلِيُّ بْنُ صَالِحٍ، عَنْ سَلَمَةَ بْنِ كُهَيْلٍ، عَنْ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ خِيَارُكُمْ أَحْسَنُكُمْ قَضَاءً ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"The best of you is the one who is best in repaying."
Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's obligations, particularly in the context of repaying debts. The statement highlights that the best among the community are those who are diligent and responsible in settling what they owe. This principle fosters trust and integrity within society, encouraging individuals to honor their commitments.

Modern Application

In today's world, being prompt and reliable in repaying debts is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships, whether personal or professional. This principle can be applied by ensuring timely payments and clear communication with creditors, which builds trust and respect.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Trustworthiness and Debts and Loans because it underscores the significance of being responsible and trustworthy in fulfilling financial obligations.

TrustworthinessDebts and Loans

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This hadith is #4703 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Financial Transactions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:.

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