Hadith #3801

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds. Peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), his pure progeny, and his noble companions.

The provided Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) states,

The two that are attached to each other may get detached and the two groups that are united may get separated.

This enlightening saying of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) highlights the transient nature of relationships and alliances in this world.

Let us delve into the words of this Hadith to gain a deeper understanding. The term (al-mutawasilan) "المُتَواصِلانِ" refers to two entities that are attached or connected to one another. This connection can be physical, emotional, or even ideological. On the other hand, the term (al-mutafasilan) "المُتَفاصِلانِ" denotes the detachment or separation of these two entities.

To comprehend the beautiful message of this Hadith, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) reminds us in Surah Al-Anfal, verse 46,

And obey Allah and His Messenger, and do not dispute and [thus] lose courage and [then] your strength would depart; and be patient. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.

This verse emphasizes the importance of unity and obedience to Allah and His Messenger (ﷺ). Disputes and disagreements can lead to the detachment and separation of individuals or groups, causing them to lose their strength and resilience.

Furthermore, in Surah Al-Imran, verse 103, Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) states,

And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.

This verse emphasizes the significance of unity among Muslims and warns against division. When individuals or groups become divided, they weaken their collective strength and become vulnerable to external influences.

Imam Ali's (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) Hadith serves as a reminder for Muslims to be cautious and vigilant in maintaining the bonds of unity and connection. It highlights the reality that relationships and alliances can be fragile and subject to change. Just as two entities that were once attached can become detached, and two groups that were once united can become separated, it is essential for Muslims to actively work towards preserving unity and avoiding division.

This Hadith holds immense relevance in our contemporary world, where Muslims are often faced with challenges that threaten their unity. It serves as a reminder for Muslims to prioritize the greater good and to set aside personal differences for the sake of the collective welfare of the Ummah. It urges us to reflect on our actions and strive to maintain strong bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) was known for his profound knowledge and wisdom. His words in this Hadith serve as a timeless reminder for Muslims to be mindful of the transient nature of relationships and to actively work towards preserving unity. By doing so, we can strengthen our Ummah and overcome the challenges that we face together.

May Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) guide us to uphold the teachings of the Quran and the wisdom of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ). May He grant us the wisdom and strength to maintain unity and avoid division. Ameen.