Fathul Bari

10 Dhul Hijjah 144727 May 2026

Commentary on the Hadith Regarding Misappropriation of Funds

QuestionPlease provide some commentary on the following Hadith: إن رجالاً يتخوضون في مال الله بغير حق، فلهم النار يوم القيامة “There are some men who misappropriate Allah’s wealth [such as the funds of the Muslim state, Zakah etc.], the fire [of Jahannam] will be their destination on the Day of…

22 Dhul Qa'dah 14479 May 2026

The Hadith on the Number of People Promised Jannah Without Reckoning

QuestionIn the following Hadith, does the total number come to 4,9 million or 4,9 billion? ‌وعدني ربي أن يدخل الجنة من أمتي سبعين ألفا بغير حساب ولا عذاب، مع كل ألف سبعين ألفا، وثلاث حثيات من حثيات ربي

21 Dhul Qa'dah 14478 May 2026

A Narration on Women Overpowering Men

QuestionWhat is the status of this narration? لا خير في النساء ولا صبر عنهن، يغلبن كريما ويغلبهن لئيم، وأحب أن أكون كريما مغلوبا، ولا أحب أن أكون لئيما غالبا

29 Shawwal 144717 April 2026

Explanation of the Hadith on Extinguishing Lamps Before Going to Sleep

QuestionWhat is meant by, "extinguish your lamps" in the following Hadith: "When the wings of the night spread – or when evening comes – keep your children in, for the Shaytans come out at that time. Then, when part of the night has passed, let them go. And close the…

18 Shawwal 14476 April 2026

Explanation of Nabi’s (sallallahu ʿalayhi wa sallam) Statement to ʿAishah (radiyallahu ʿAnha): “You Are Like the Female Companions of Yusuf (ʿalayhis salam)”

QuestionWhy was Sayyidah ‘Aishah (radiyallahu 'anha) compared to the female companions of Yusuf (‘alayhis salam) in the following Hadith? Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said to ‘Aishah (radiyallahu 'anha): "Order Abu Bakr to lead the people in Salah." She replied," Abu Bakr is a soft-hearted person, and when he stands…