Sunan Ibn Majah #3315
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, Suwaid bin Qais narrates an encounter with the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) where he haggled over the price of trousers. This interaction highlights the importance of fairness and honesty in trade, as the Prophet (ﷺ) engaged in a common practice of negotiation. The takeaway emphasizes that even in everyday transactions, ethical conduct is paramount.
Modern Application
In today's marketplace, haggling is often seen in various cultures and settings, from flea markets to online platforms. This hadith encourages individuals to engage in fair negotiations, ensuring both parties feel satisfied with the transaction, thus fostering trust and integrity in business dealings.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Buying and Selling and Trade Ethics because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) active participation in trade while maintaining ethical standards.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #3315 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Dress. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Suwaid bin Qais said:.