Can a Hadith naratied from Khawarij be considered authentic?
The authenticity of hadith narrated from the Khawarij is a matter of debate among scholars. The Khawarij were a group that emerged during the early Islamic period, and they are often viewed negatively due to their opposition to the mainstream Muslim leadership and their extreme interpretations of Islam.
In general, scholars emphasize the importance of the integrity of the narrators in the transmission of hadith. A narration from a person considered a Khawarij may be scrutinized more rigorously due to their beliefs and actions, which could undermine their credibility as narrators.
For instance, in a narration from Sahih Muslim, Ali ibn Abi Talib describes the Khawarij as people who speak the truth with their tongues but it is not accepted from them,
indicating a mistrust of their narrations Sahih Muslim 12:205. This highlights the caution scholars exercise regarding hadith from individuals belonging to this group.
Overall, while some scholars may accept hadith from the Khawarij if the chain of narration is sound and the content aligns with established Islamic principles, others may reject them outright due to the group's controversial status. It's essential to consider each hadith on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the reliability of its narrators and the content of the narration itself.
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Sahih Muslim 12:205
Sahih Muslim · Book 12, Hadith 205 · Narrated by Ubayd Allah ibn Abi Rafi
Ubayd Allah ibn Abi Rafi', the freed servant of the Messenger of Allah, reported that when the Haruriyyah (Khawarij) emerged and he was with Ali ibn Abi Talib, Ali said: 'They say: There is no rule except for God.' Ali said a true word with a false intention. The Messenger of Allah described a people I recognize their description among these. They speak the truth with their tongues but it is not accepted from them.' He pointed to his throat as if to indicate those most hated to him. Among them was a black man with one hand like a sheep’s teat or a breast. When Ali fought and killed them, he ordered to look for that man, but they could not find anything. Ali repeated his declaration that he did not lie once, twice, or thrice. Then finally they found him in a deserted place and brought him to Ali who placed him before him. Ubayd Allah was present at that event and said Ali's description of them matches what Ayoub narrated that Ali said elevated (mursal) about the Khawarij, swearing by the Kaaba.
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