Sunan Ibn Majah #1826

The Chapters on Expiation
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو إِسْحَاقَ الشَّافِعِيُّ، إِبْرَاهِيمُ بْنُ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ الْعَبَّاسِ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ رَجَاءٍ الْمَكِّيُّ، عَنْ عَبَّادِ بْنِ إِسْحَاقَ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ سَالِمٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ كَانَتْ أَكْثَرُ أَيْمَانِ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ لاَ وَمُصَرِّفِ الْقُلُوبِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"The swearing most frequently sworn by the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was: 'No, by the Controller of the hearts."'
Narrated by It was narrated from Salim that his father said:

Context

This hadith reveals the frequent oath of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), which was to swear by the 'Controller of the hearts.' This reflects the deep understanding that Allah alone has control over human emotions and intentions. The takeaway is the recognition of Allah's sovereignty over our hearts and the importance of sincerity in our words.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle can be applied by encouraging individuals to be mindful of their intentions and the sincerity behind their promises and commitments. It serves as a reminder to align one's heart with their actions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Oaths and Vows because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) frequent use of a specific oath that acknowledges Allah's control over human hearts.

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This hadith is #1826 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Expiation. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Salim that his father said:.

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