Hadith #6662

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all worlds. May 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) emphasizes the consequences of harming someone. Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) states that if someone benefits from causing harm to you, they will never cease to hold enmity towards you in every situation. This impactful Hadith highlights the nature of those who derive pleasure or gain from causing harm to others.

To understand the depth of this Hadith, let us delve into the meanings of some key words. The word (naf'uhu) "نَفْعُهُ" refers to the benefit or advantage that someone gains. (madarratika) "مَضَرَّتِكَ" means the harm or injury caused to you. (adawatika) "عَداوَتِكَ" signifies enmity or hostility towards you.

To further comprehend the wisdom behind this Hadith, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Al-Mumtahanah, verse 8:

Allah does not forbid you from those who do not fight you because of religion and do not expel you from your homes - from being righteous toward them and acting justly toward them. Indeed, Allah loves those who act justly.

This verse emphasizes the importance of treating others with fairness and justice, even those who may not share our beliefs or may have harmed us in the past. It teaches us that our conduct should be guided by righteousness and justice, regardless of the actions of others.

Another verse that sheds light on the concept mentioned in the Hadith is found in Surah Al-Mumtahanah, verse 9:

Allah only forbids you from those who fight you because of religion and expel you from your homes and aid in your expulsion - [forbids] that you make allies of them. And whoever makes allies of them, then it is those who are the wrongdoers.

This verse highlights the distinction between those who actively fight against us and those who do not. It advises us to refrain from forming alliances with those who are hostile towards us. However, it does not negate the importance of treating them with fairness and justice.

Imam Ali's (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) statement in the Hadith serves as a reminder that those who derive benefit from causing harm to others will always harbor enmity towards them. This enmity is not limited to specific situations but persists in every circumstance. Such individuals are driven by personal gain and lack empathy for the suffering they inflict upon others.

The consequences of harming others go beyond the immediate act itself. It creates a cycle of enmity and resentment that can endure for a long time. This Hadith encourages us to reflect on our actions and consider the long-term consequences of causing harm to others. It reminds us to strive for justice and righteousness in all our dealings, even with those who may have harmed us in the past.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) serves as a profound reminder of the consequences of harming others. It highlights the perpetual enmity that those who derive benefit from causing harm will hold towards their victims. By referring to the Quranic verses, we understand the importance of treating others with fairness and justice, regardless of their actions towards us. May Allah guide us to be just and compassionate in our interactions with others and protect us from causing harm to anyone.