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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 4285 in the Book of The Book of the Sunnah.

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Sunan Ibn Majah #4285

Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 4285 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of The Book of the Sunnah), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that:, states: "The Messenger of Allah said: "Whoever calls people to true guidance, will have a reward equal to that of those who follow him, without that detracting from their reward in the slightest. And whoever c…"

The Book of the Sunnah

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مَرْوَانَ، مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عُثْمَانَ الْعُثْمَانِيُّ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْعَزِيزِ بْنُ أَبِي حَازِمٍ، عَنِ الْعَلاَءِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ قَالَ ‏ "‏ مَنْ دَعَا إِلَى هُدًى كَانَ لَهُ مِنَ الأَجْرِ مِثْلُ أُجُورِ مَنِ اتَّبَعَهُ لاَ يَنْقُصُ ذَلِكَ مِنْ أُجُورِهِمْ شَيْئًا وَمَنْ دَعَا إِلَى ضَلاَلَةٍ فَعَلَيْهِ مِنَ الإِثْمِ مِثْلُ آثَامِ مَنِ اتَّبَعَهُ لاَ يَنْقُصُ ذَلِكَ مِنْ آثَامِهِمْ شَيْئًا ‏"‏ ‏.‏

The Messenger of Allah said: "Whoever calls people to true guidance, will have a reward equal to that of those who follow him, without that detracting from their reward in the slightest. And whoever calls people to misguidance, will have a (burden of) sin equal to that of those who follow him, without that detracting from their sins in the slightest.'"

Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ highlights the significance of guiding others towards righteousness. He assures that those who lead others to good will receive equal rewards, while those who mislead will bear the burden of sin. This underscores the responsibility of individuals in influencing others' paths.

Modern Application

This teaching is relevant today as it encourages Muslims to be mindful of their influence on others, promoting positive actions and guidance within their communities. It serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility we share in fostering a righteous society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Good Deeds and Reward of Deeds because it emphasizes the impact of one's actions on others and the associated rewards or consequences.

Good Deeds Reward of Deeds