The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
حَدَّثَنَا هِشَامُ بْنُ عَمَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنَا بَقِيَّةُ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ مُحَرَّرٍ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ سَمِعَ النَّبِيُّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ رَجُلاً يَقُولُ أَنَا إِذًا لَيَهُودِيٌّ . فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ
" وَجَبَتْ " .
"If that happens, I will be a Jew." The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'That is guaranteed."
Narrated by It was narrated from Anas that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) heard a man say:
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) hears a man expressing a desire to identify as a Jew in a moment of frustration. The Prophet's response, 'That is guaranteed,' indicates the seriousness of such declarations. This situation highlights the importance of the words we choose and the implications they carry, especially when it comes to oaths and vows.
Modern Application
In today's context, this hadith serves as a reminder to be mindful of the promises and statements we make, particularly in moments of anger or frustration. It encourages individuals to reflect on their words and the potential consequences they may have.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Oaths and Vows because it emphasizes the significance of verbal declarations and their binding nature.
This hadith is #1833 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Expiation. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated from Anas that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) heard a man say:.
