Hadith #4085

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the 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) contains profound wisdom and guidance for all Muslims. Let us delve into the meanings of the important words in this Hadith and explore their significance in light of the Quran.

The first word to be examined is (mufarriqa al-jama'at) "مُفَرِّقَ الجَماعاتِ", which can be translated as

the disperser of gatherings.

This phrase refers to someone who causes divisions and disunity among people. In the Quran, Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) repeatedly emphasizes the importance of unity among Muslims. In Surah Al-Imran (3:103), Allah says,

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

Therefore, this Hadith serves as a reminder to Muslims to avoid actions or words that may lead to division and disunity within the community.

The next phrase in the Hadith is (muba'ida al-umniyyat) "مُباعِدَ الأُمْنِيَّاتِ", which can be translated as

the dasher of hopes.

This phrase highlights the negative impact of someone who destroys hopes and aspirations. In the Quran, Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) encourages believers to have hope and trust in Him. In Surah Yusuf (12:87), Prophet Yusuf (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) says,

Indeed, no one despairs of relief from Allah except the disbelieving people.

Therefore, this Hadith reminds Muslims to be sources of hope and encouragement for others, rather than causing despair and disappointment.

The phrase (mudniya al-maniyyat) "مُدنِيَ المَنِيَّاتِ" in the Hadith can be translated as

the bringer of death[s].

This phrase signifies the power of death and its inevitability. In the Quran, Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) reminds us of the certainty of death and the transient nature of this worldly life. In Surah Al-Ankabut (29:57), Allah says,

Every soul will taste death. Then to Us will you be returned.

This Hadith serves as a reminder to Muslims to reflect upon the reality of death and to live their lives in preparation for the hereafter.

The final phrase in the Hadith is (al-mu'thin bi al-bayn wa al-shatat) "المُؤْذِنَ بِالبَيْنِ والشَّتاتِ", which can be translated as

the announcer of disunion and separation.

This phrase highlights the harm caused by someone who spreads discord and creates divisions among people. In the Quran, Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) repeatedly emphasizes the importance of maintaining harmony and resolving conflicts. In Surah Al-Hujurat (49:10), Allah says,

Indeed, the believers are brothers. So make peace between your brothers.

This Hadith reminds Muslims to strive for unity and to avoid actions that promote disunity and discord.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) serves as a profound reminder for all Muslims to uphold unity, foster hope, reflect upon the reality of death, and strive for harmony. By avoiding actions that cause division, destroying hopes, and spreading discord, we can contribute to a stronger and more cohesive Muslim community. May Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) guide us all to follow the teachings of the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt (عَلَيْهِمُ ٱلسَّلَامُ).