حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، وَزُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، – وَاللَّفْظُ لِقُتَيْبَةَ – قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ،
عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم
“ يَقُولُ اللَّهُ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ أَنَا عِنْدَ ظَنِّ عَبْدِي بِي وَأَنَا مَعَهُ حِينَ يَذْكُرُنِي إِنْ ذَكَرَنِي فِي نَفْسِهِ
ذَكَرْتُهُ فِي نَفْسِي وَإِنْ ذَكَرَنِي فِي مَلإٍ ذَكَرْتُهُ فِي مَلإٍ هُمْ خَيْرٌ مِنْهُمْ وَإِنْ تَقَرَّبَ مِنِّي شِبْرًا
تَقَرَّبْتُ إِلَيْهِ ذِرَاعًا وَإِنْ تَقَرَّبَ إِلَىَّ ذِرَاعًا تَقَرَّبْتُ مِنْهُ بَاعًا وَإِنْ أَتَانِي يَمْشِي أَتَيْتُهُ هَرْوَلَةً"
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) as saying that Allah, the Exalted and Glorious, thus stated: I am near to the thought of My servant as he thinks about Me, and I am with him as he remembers Me. And if he remembers Me in his heart, I also remember him in My Heart, and if he remembers Me in the assembly I remember him in assembly, better than his (remembrance), and if he draws near Me by the span of a palm, I draw near him by the cubit, and if he draws near Me by the cubit I draw near him by the space (covered by) two hands. And if he walks towards Me, I rush towards him. (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 1)
ابوہریرہ رضی اللہ عنہ سے روایت ہے کہ رسول اللہ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم نے فرمایا کہ اللہ تعالیٰ نے فرمایا: میں اپنے بندے کے خیال کے قریب ہوں جیسا کہ وہ میرے بارے میں گمان کرتا ہے اور میں اس کے ساتھ ہوں جب وہ مجھے یاد کرتا ہے۔ اور اگر وہ مجھے اپنے دل میں یاد کرتا ہے تو میں بھی اسے اپنے دل میں یاد کرتا ہوں اور اگر وہ مجھے مجلس میں یاد کرتا ہے تو میں اسے مجلس میں یاد کرتا ہوں جو اس کے ذکر سے بہتر ہوتا ہے، اور اگر وہ ہتھیلی کے برابر میرے قریب آتا ہے تو میں اس کے ہاتھ سے قریب ہوتا ہوں اور اگر وہ ہاتھ کے برابر میرے قریب آتا ہے تو میں اس کے پاس دو ہاتھ کی جگہ سے قریب ہوتا ہوں۔ اور اگر وہ میری طرف چلتا ہے تو میں اس کی طرف دوڑتا ہوں۔
Can you share a hadith that promotes peace?
Certainly! Here are a few authentic ahadith (plural of hadith) that emphasize peace, reconciliation, and harmony in Islam:
1. Promoting Peace and Safety
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
"A Muslim is the one from whose tongue and hand people are safe, and a believer is the one from whom people’s lives and wealth are safe."(Sahih al-Bukhari 10, Sahih Muslim 41)
Explanation: This hadith underscores the Islamic ideal of fostering peace and security for all people, emphasizing that true faith involves protecting others from harm.
2. Spreading Peace (Salam)
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"You will not enter Paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another. Shall I guide you to something that will make you love one another? Spread peace (salam) among yourselves." (Sahih Muslim 54)
Explanation: The act of greeting others with "As-Salamu Alaykum" (Peace and blessings of Allah be upon you) is a Sunnah that cultivates mutual respect and unity.
3. Reconciling People
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"Should I inform you of something better than fasting, prayer, and charity? It is reconciling between people. For indeed, strife (hatred) among people is a razor—I do not say it shaves hair, but it shaves away the religion." (Sunan Abi Dawud 4277, graded sahih)
Explanation: This highlights the immense value of resolving conflicts and restoring peace, which is considered superior to many acts of worship.
4. Peaceful Resolution in Disputes
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"The compensation for a sin is not (automatically) applied to another sin. The first settlement (of peace) made among people is the most rewarding."(Musnad Ahmad 18534, graded sahih by Shaikh-Albani)
Explanation: Prioritizing reconciliation over vengeance is a key Islamic principle to maintain societal harmony.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"O people, spread peace, feed others, strengthen ties of kinship, and pray when others are asleep, you will enter paradise in peace." This hadith is narrated by Abdullah bin Salam and can be found in Sahih Muslim 2514a and Riyad as-Salihin 848.
Context and Relevance
These ahadith reflect Islam's emphasis on peace as both an individual and collective responsibility. The concept of Salam (peace) is deeply rooted in Islamic teachings, encouraging Muslims to actively foster harmony, resolve conflicts, and protect the well-being of others. Even in times of disagreement, Islam advocates for dialogue, justice, and compassion as pathways to peace.
Some key takeaways from this hadith include:
● Spreading Peace: Greeting others with peace and kindness can bring people together and foster a sense of community.
● Feeding Others: Providing for those in need is an act of charity and compassion.
● Strengthening Ties: Nurturing relationships with family and friends promotes unity and understanding.
● Praying for Others: Praying for others, especially when they're unaware, demonstrates empathy and concern for their well-being.
By following these actions, Muslims can cultivate a sense of peace and harmony in their communities.
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Why Hadith Is Essential: Islam Without Hadith Is Incomplete
While it is true that Islamic thought has witnessed a diversity of interpretations, especially regarding texts like the Quran and Hadith, it must be clearly understood that the Hadith is not a peripheral or secondary element of Islam—it is foundational. The Quran and Hadith are inseparable sources of Islamic knowledge. Without the Hadith, the religion becomes incomplete and its practical application becomes impossible.
The Quran Commands Obedience to the Prophet (please send blessings of Allah be upon him)
The Quran repeatedly commands believers to obey the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him):
مَنْ يُطِعِ الرَّسُولَ فَقَدْ أَطَاعَ اللَّهَ ۖ وَمَنْ تَوَلَّىٰ فَمَا أَرْسَلْنَاكَ عَلَيْهِمْ حَفِيظًا
“Whoever obeys the Messenger has indeed obeyed Allah” (Qur'an 4:80).
But how can one obey the Prophet without knowing what he said or did? The Qur'an itself does not provide the detailed method for prayer, zakat, fasting, or Hajj. These essential pillars of Islam are only understood and practiced correctly through the Hadith.
Hadith Is the Living Explanation of the Quran
The Prophet (PBUH) was not just a conveyor of the Qur'an; he was its living embodiment. His actions and words provide the divine interpretation of the Quran. Allah says:
وَأَنْزَلْنَا إِلَيْكَ الذِّكْرَ لِتُبَيِّنَ لِلنَّاسِ مَا نُزِّلَ إِلَيْهِمْ وَلَعَلَّهُمْ يَتَفَكَّرُونَ
“And We revealed to you the Reminder (Quran) that you may explain to people what was sent down to them…” (Quran 16:44).
This explanation is preserved in the Hadith. Without it, the Quran remains a text that can be misinterpreted or applied inconsistently.
The Sunnah Completes Islamic Law and Morality
Islamic law (Shari'ah) is derived from both the Qur'an and the Sunnah (Hadith). The Quran gives general principles, but the Sunnah gives them practical shape. For example, the Quran commands believers to pray but does not describe how. It commands believers to give zakat, but does not specify the rates. The Prophet’s Hadith fills in these details.
Rejecting Hadith Undermines the Quran Itself
To accept the Quran and reject the Hadith is a contradiction. The Quran repeatedly validates the authority of the Prophet’s words and actions. To dismiss Hadith is, in essence, to challenge the Quranic command to follow the Messenger. Thus, Hadith rejection does not merely question scholarship—it questions the integrity of divine guidance itself.
Preservation and Rigor of Hadith Sciences
Hadith literature was not compiled haphazardly. Muslim scholars developed one of the most sophisticated historical and authentication methods in human history (known as ‘Ilm al-Hadith). The sayings and actions of the Prophet were preserved with remarkable precision through isnads (chains of narration), criticism of narrators, and classification of authenticity. This science was unique to Islam and protected the integrity of religious knowledge.
Hadith Is the Shield Against Misinterpretation
In an age where personal interpretations are becoming widespread, the Hadith acts as a safeguard against misreading the Qur'an. It sets boundaries and offers clarity. While intellectual diversity has always been part of Islamic tradition, it was never at the expense of ignoring or dismissing the Hadith.
Conclusion: A Faith Grounded in Revelation and Explanation
Islam is a religion of both divine revelation (Quran) and prophetic explanation (Hadith). One without the other leads to confusion, fragmentation, and misguidance. The Hadith is not an optional supplement—it is an essential source of Islamic belief, law, and practice. To preserve the integrity of Islam, we must uphold both the Quran and the Hadith, as they are two sides of the same divine coin.
حدیث: اعمال کا دارومدار نیت پر ہے
متن حدیث
عَنْ عُمَرَ بْنِ الْخَطَّابِ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ قَالَ: سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ ﷺ يَقُولُ:
إِنَّمَا الْأَعْمَالُ بِالنِّيَّاتِ، وَإِنَّمَا لِكُلِّ امْرِئٍ مَا نَوَى، فَمَنْ كَانَتْ هِجْرَتُهُ إِلَى دُنْيَا يُصِيبُهَا، أَوْ إِلَى امْرَأَةٍ يَنْكِحُهَا، فَهِجْرَتُهُ إِلَى مَا هَاجَرَ إِلَيْهِ
(صحیح البخاری: حدیث نمبر 1)
اردو ترجمہ
رسول اللہ ﷺ نے فرمایا: ’’ تمام اعمال کا دارومدار نیت پر ہے اور ہر عمل کا نتیجہ ہر انسان کو اس کی نیت کے مطابق ہی ملے گا۔ پس جس کی ہجرت دنیا حاصل کرنے یا کسی عورت سے نکاح کے لیے ہو، تو اس کی ہجرت انہی مقاصد کے لیے شمار ہو گی جن کے لیے اس نے ہجرت کی۔‘‘
تشریح (اردو)
یہ حدیث اسلام کی بنیادوں میں سے ایک بنیاد ہے۔ اس میں ہمیں یہ سبق دیا گیا ہے کہ اللہ تعالیٰ کے ہاں صرف وہی عمل قبول ہے جو خالص نیت کے ساتھ کیا جائے۔ اگر نیت درست نہ ہو، تو عمل بے معنی ہو جاتا ہے۔ اس حدیث کی روشنی میں ہمیں اپنے ہر عمل سے پہلے نیت کو درست کرنا چاہیے اور صرف اللہ کی رضا کو مقصد بنانا چاہیے۔
مثال کے طور پر اگر کوئی شخص نماز، روزہ، یا صدقہ صرف دکھاوے کے لیے کرتا ہے تو اسے دنیا میں وقتی واہ واہ تو مل سکتی ہے، مگر آخرت میں اس کے لیے کوئی اجر نہیں ہو گا۔ دوسری طرف اگر کوئی چھوٹا سا عمل بھی خالص نیت کے ساتھ کیا جائے تو وہ اللہ کے ہاں عظیم بن جاتا ہے۔
Explanation (English)
This hadith is one of the most fundamental teachings of Islam. It emphasizes that the value and reward of any action depend entirely on the intention behind it. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) teaches us that every deed will be judged according to what was intended.
For example, if a person migrates for the sake of Allah and His Messenger, their migration will be rewarded accordingly. But if someone migrates for worldly gain or to marry a woman, then their reward will be only what they intended — not for the sake of Allah.
This hadith reminds us to purify our intentions before doing any act of worship or good deed. Even a small action with sincere intention can bring immense reward, while a great act done for fame or show-off may carry no weight in the sight of Allah.
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