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This hadith is from Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 4861 in the Book of The Book of Oaths (qasamah), Retaliation and Blood Money.

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Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 4861 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Oaths (qasamah), Retaliation and Blood Money), narrated by It was narrated from 'Amr bin Shu'aib, from his father, from his grandfather, that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said in his khutbah, while he was leaning with his back against the Ka'bah:, states: ""The fingers are the same.""

The Book of Oaths (qasamah), Retaliation and Blood Money

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

أَخْبَرَنِي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ الْهَيْثَمِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا حَجَّاجٌ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا هَمَّامٌ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا حُسَيْنٌ الْمُعَلِّمُ، وَابْنُ، جُرَيْجٍ عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ فِي خُطْبَتِهِ وَهُوَ مُسْنِدٌ ظَهْرَهُ إِلَى الْكَعْبَةِ ‏ "‏ الأَصَابِعُ سَوَاءٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"The fingers are the same."

Narrated by It was narrated from 'Amr bin Shu'aib, from his father, from his grandfather, that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said in his khutbah, while he was leaning with his back against the Ka'bah:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, while addressing the people during a khutbah, emphasizes the equality of all individuals by stating that 'the fingers are the same.' This statement serves as a reminder of the inherent equality among people, regardless of their social status or background, and encourages unity and solidarity within the community.

Modern Application

This principle of equality can be applied in today's society by promoting inclusivity and respect for all individuals, regardless of their differences. In workplaces, schools, and communities, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and treated equally can lead to stronger relationships and a more harmonious society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Islamic Dress Code because it highlights the importance of equality among individuals, which is a fundamental aspect of Islamic teachings.

Islamic Dress Code