What kinds of sin does hadith rejection lead to (if any)?
The concept of hadith rejection and its implications for sin is addressed in both the Qur'an and hadith literature. In Surah Al-Maaida, it is stated that Satan seeketh only to cast among you enmity and hatred by means of strong drink and games of chance, and to turn you from remembrance of Allah and from (His) worship
5:91. This suggests that engaging in activities that distract from worship, such as consuming intoxicants or gambling, can lead to sinful behavior.
Regarding hadith rejection specifically, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ indicated that actions not commanded within the Islamic framework are rejected, as noted in the hadith: Whoever does an action that is not commanded in our matter, it is rejected
Sahih Muslim 30:24. This implies that performing actions outside the guidance of hadith can lead to sin, as they may not align with the principles of Islam.
In terms of major and minor sins, Shia sources also note the consequences of sinful actions. For instance, in Al-Kafi, it is narrated that committing major sins can expel one from faith, while lesser sins do not have the same consequence, as indicated by the saying: The adulterer does not fornicate while he is a believer, and the thief does not steal while he is a believer
Al-Kafi 1:1014. This highlights the idea that major sins pose a greater risk to one's faith compared to minor sins.
In sum, hadith rejection can lead to engaging in actions that are not aligned with Islamic teachings, potentially resulting in sin, particularly if those actions are major sins that could affect one’s faith.
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5:91 · Al-Maaida
5:91 · Muhammad Marmaduke Pickthall
إِنَّمَا يُرِيدُ ٱلشَّيْطَٰنُ أَن يُوقِعَ بَيْنَكُمُ ٱلْعَدَٰوَةَ وَٱلْبَغْضَآءَ فِى ٱلْخَمْرِ وَٱلْمَيْسِرِ وَيَصُدَّكُمْ عَن ذِكْرِ ٱللَّهِ وَعَنِ ٱلصَّلَوٰةِ ۖ فَهَلْ أَنتُم مُّنتَهُونَ
Satan seeketh only to cast among you enmity and hatred by means of strong drink and games of chance, and to turn you from remembrance of Allah and from (His) worship. Will ye then have done?
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Sahih Muslim 30:24
Sahih Muslim · Book 30, Hadith 24 · Narrated by Aisha
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: Whoever does an action that is not commanded in our matter, it is rejected.
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Al-Kafi 1:1014
Al-Kafi · Book 1, Hadith 1014 · Narrated by Abu Hasan (peace be upon him)
I said to Abu Hasan (peace be upon him), "Do major sins expel one from faith?" He said, "Yes." I asked, "What about the lesser sins?" He said, "The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his family) said: The adulterer does not fornicate while he is a believer, and the thief does not steal while he is a believer."
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