Sunan Ibn Majah #1670
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) referred to a 'borrowed billy goat' as a metaphor for those who manipulate contractual agreements for personal gain. This hadith warns against unethical practices in trade and emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in all dealings, highlighting the consequences of deceitful behavior.
Modern Application
In modern commerce, this hadith serves as a reminder to uphold ethical standards in business practices. It encourages individuals and businesses to engage in fair dealings, ensuring that contracts and agreements are honored without manipulation or deceit.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Contracts & Agreements because it addresses the significance of honesty and integrity in contractual obligations and trade.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #1670 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Marriage. It is graded Hasan and narrated by 'Uqbah bin 'Amir narrated:.