44/10. Chapter:
Sunan an-Nasai 4475 — Trade Remains Open Until Separation
Mentioning The Differences Reported From 'Abdullah bin Dinar
Trade Agreement Before Buyer and Seller Separate
Sunan an-Nasai : 4475
Sunan an-NasaiHadith Number 4475
أَخْبَرَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ حُجْرٍ، عَنْ إِسْمَاعِيلَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ دِينَارٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم " كُلُّ بَيِّعَيْنِ لاَ بَيْعَ بَيْنَهُمَا حَتَّى يَتَفَرَّقَا إِلاَّ بَيْعَ الْخِيَارِ " .
Ibn 'Umar Narrated from:
The Messenger of Allah said: 'When two people meet to engage in trade, the transaction between them is not binding until they separate, unless they have chosen to conclude the transaction.,'
Reference : Sunan an-Nasa'i 4475In-book reference : Book 44, Hadith 27English translation : Vol. 5, Book 44, Hadith 4480
Summary of Sunan an-Nasai Hadith 4475
This hadith explains what happens when two people meet to trade. Their transaction is not binding until they separate, unless they have chosen to conclude it. The statement gives both buyer and seller a clear place in the agreement. While they remain together, the sale has the status described in the hadith. A mutual choice to finalize is the stated exception. For readers looking for Islamic trade agreement rules, the key ideas are simple: two parties, a period before separation, and a clear chosen conclusion. The hadith supports careful decision-making rather than uncertainty. Each person should understand whether the deal is still open or has been completed through their choice. Clear communication can help the buyer and seller avoid later confusion about what they agreed to.
What we learn from this hadith
- A trade is not binding before separation in the stated situation.
- A chosen conclusion can make the transaction final.
- Both buyer and seller are part of the decision.
- Clear agreement helps prevent confusion.
