Sunan Ibn Majah #1518
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, 'Abdullah bin Masud (RAH) narrates a warning from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ regarding the consequences of not paying Zakat on one's wealth. The imagery of a bald-headed snake encircling the neck of the negligent serves as a stark reminder of the seriousness of this obligation. The Prophet ﷺ also references a verse from the Quran, emphasizing that withholding wealth is not beneficial.
Modern Application
In today's society, paying Zakat is a way to support those in need and promote social justice. Individuals can reflect on their financial responsibilities and ensure they are contributing their fair share to help uplift their communities, fostering a sense of solidarity and compassion.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Divine Punishment and Zakat because it highlights the severe consequences of neglecting the obligation of Zakat and emphasizes the importance of fulfilling this duty.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #1518 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters Regarding Zakat. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Abdullah bin Masud (RAH) narrated that:.