Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 2207 in the Book of The Chapters on Pawning.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 2207 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of The Chapters on Pawning), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:, states: "“Three things cannot be denied to anyone: water, pasture and fire.”"

The Chapters on Pawning

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 عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ يَزِيدَ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ ثَلاَثٌ لاَ يُمْنَعْنَ الْمَاءُ وَالْكَلأُ وَالنَّارُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

“Three things cannot be denied to anyone: water, pasture and fire.”

Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

This hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah states that three essential resources—water, pasture, and fire—should not be denied to anyone. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasized the importance of access to these basic necessities, highlighting the ethical responsibility to ensure that all individuals have access to essential resources.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this principle can guide policies and community initiatives aimed at ensuring equitable access to basic resources. It encourages individuals and governments to prioritize the welfare of all members of society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Provision and Water Rights because it addresses the fundamental rights of individuals to access essential resources.

Divine Provision Water Rights