Sunan Ibn Majah #2550
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, ‘Uqbah bin ‘Amir Al-Juhani reports that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasized the importance of learning the skill of archery. He stated that abandoning this skill after learning it is a form of disobedience to him. This highlights the significance of being prepared and maintaining skills that can be beneficial for the community, particularly in times of conflict.
Modern Application
Today, this principle can be applied to various skills that promote self-defense and community safety. Individuals may engage in training for self-defense or emergency preparedness, ensuring they are equipped to protect themselves and their loved ones when necessary.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Jihad and Military Might and Warfare because it underscores the importance of being prepared for potential conflicts and the skills necessary to defend oneself and the community.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #2550 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Jihad. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated that ‘Uqbah bin ‘Amir Al-Juhani said:.