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Sunan Ibn Majah #2154

The Chapters on Charity
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو عَامِرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الْمَلِكِ بْنِ عُمَيْرٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ رِبْعِيَّ بْنَ حِرَاشٍ، يُحَدِّثُ عَنْ حُذَيْفَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ أَنَّ رَجُلاً مَاتَ فَقِيلَ لَهُ مَا عَمِلْتَ - فَإِمَّا ذَكَرَ أَوْ ذُكِّرَ - قَالَ إِنِّي كُنْتُ أَتَجَوَّزُ فِي السِّكَّةِ وَالنَّقْدِ وَأُنْظِرُ الْمُعْسِرَ ‏.‏ فَغَفَرَ اللَّهُ لَهُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو مُسْعُودٍ أَنَا قَدْ، سَمِعْتُ هَذَا، مِنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏.‏
“A man died and it was said to him: 'What did you do?' Either he remembered or was reminded and said: 'I used to be easy going in coins and cash collecting debts due, and I used to give respite to (the debtor) who was in difficulty. So, Allah (SWT) forgave him.' ” Abu Masud said: “I heard that from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ).”
Narrated by It was narrated from Hudhaifah that the Prophet (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, Hudhaifah narrates that a man who passed away was asked about his deeds. He mentioned that he was lenient in collecting debts and would give respite to those in difficulty. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) affirmed that Allah forgave him for this kindness, highlighting the importance of compassion in financial dealings.

Modern Application

This principle is vital today as it encourages us to show empathy towards those facing financial hardships. By being understanding and patient with debtors, we contribute to a more compassionate society and strengthen community ties.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Forgiveness and Community because it illustrates the value of compassion in financial matters and the positive impact of kindness on community relationships.

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About Sunan Ibn Majah

This hadith is #2154 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Charity. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Hudhaifah that the Prophet (ﷺ) said:.

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