Sunan Ibn Majah #2238

The Chapters on Lost Property
Da'if

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 الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ حُمَيْدٍ الطَّوِيلِ، عَنِ الْحَسَنِ، عَنْ مُطَرِّفِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ الشِّخِّيرِ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ ضَالَّةُ الْمُسْلِمِ حَرَقُ النَّارِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'The lost animal of the Muslim may lead to the burning flame of Hell.' ”
Narrated by It was narrated from Mutarrif bin 'Abdullah bin Shikhkhir that his father said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) stated that the lost animal of a Muslim may lead to the burning flame of Hell. This hadith emphasizes the ethical responsibility Muslims have towards their possessions and the importance of treating all living beings with care and respect.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle can be applied by encouraging individuals to be responsible pet owners and to treat animals humanely. It serves as a reminder to consider the consequences of neglecting one's responsibilities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Ethical Conduct because it highlights the moral obligations Muslims have towards their belongings and the treatment of animals.

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This hadith is #2238 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Lost Property. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated from Mutarrif bin 'Abdullah bin Shikhkhir that his father said:.

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