I heard Abu Salamah say: I heard Abu Hurairah say: “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'No man or woman swears a false oath beside this pulpit, even if it is for a fresh twig, but he will be doomed to Hell.”
Narrated by Muhammad bin Yahya, who is Abu Yunus Al-Qawi, said:
Context
In this narration, the Prophet (ﷺ) warns against swearing false oaths, even for trivial matters. He emphasizes the severe consequences of such actions, indicating that those who do so will face punishment in the Hereafter. This highlights the importance of integrity and accountability.
Modern Application
This principle is applicable today as it encourages individuals to be mindful of their words and commitments. It serves as a reminder to avoid making false claims or promises.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Oaths and Vows and Punishments (Hudud) because it addresses the seriousness of swearing false oaths and the associated consequences.
And do not take your oaths as [means of] deceit between you, lest a foot slip after it was [once] firm, and you would taste evil [in this world] for what [people] you diverted from the way of Allah, and you would have [in the Hereafter] a great punishment.
O you who have believed, testimony [should be taken] among you when death approaches one of you at the time of bequest - [that of] two just men from among you or two others from outside if you are traveling through the land and the disaster of death should strike you. Detain them after the prayer and let them both swear by Allah if you doubt [their testimony, saying], "We will not exchange our oath for a price, even if he should be a near relative, and we will not withhold the testimony of Allah. Indeed, we would then be of the sinful."
This hadith is #2060 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Rulings. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Muhammad bin Yahya, who is Abu Yunus Al-Qawi, said:.
