Sunan Ibn Majah #2568

The Chapters on Jihad
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 أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَعَلِيُّ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، حَدَّثَنَا مَالِكُ بْنُ أَنَسٍ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ يَزِيدَ، عَنْ نِيَارٍ، عَنْ عُرْوَةَ بْنِ الزُّبَيْرِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ إِنَّا لاَ نَسْتَعِينُ بِمُشْرِكٍ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ عَلِيٌّ فِي حَدِيثِهِ عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ يَزِيدَ أَوْ زَيْدٍ ‏.‏
‘We do not seek the help of the polytheist.”
Narrated by It was narrated from ‘Aishah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expresses a clear stance against seeking assistance from polytheists. This statement reflects the importance of maintaining a distinct identity and ethical boundaries in relationships with those who do not share the same beliefs. It serves as a reminder of the values that should guide interactions and alliances.

Modern Application

In modern contexts, this principle can be seen in the importance of aligning with those who share similar values and beliefs. It encourages individuals to be mindful of the influences they allow into their lives and to prioritize relationships that reinforce their ethical and moral standards.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Ethical Responsibility and Rejection of Polytheism because it emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's ethical integrity and the necessity of aligning with those who share the same beliefs.

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This hadith is #2568 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Jihad. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated from ‘Aishah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:.

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