"The Greatest Lie: Narrating False Dreams – A Hadith from Sahih Bukhari"

Introduction:

In this narration, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ highlights a serious form of dishonesty—claiming to have seen something in a dream that one did not actually see. This is a warning against misleading others through false information, especially when it involves something as sacred as dreams.

The Hadith

    : وَعَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ    

      .«مِنْ أَفْرَى الْفِرَى أَنْ يُرِيَ الرَّجُلُ عَيْنَيْهِ مَا لم تريا»  

                                   رَوَاهُ البُخَارِيّ

ترجمہ:

       

 حضرت ابن عمر ؓ سے روایت ہے کہ

                       رسول اللہ ﷺ نے فرمایا : 

    ’’ سب سے بڑا جھوٹ یہ ہے کہ آدمی اپنی آنکھوں کووہ چیزدکھائے (یعنی جھوٹا خواب بیان کرے)

جوانہوں نےنہیں دیکھی ۔‘‘

  رواہ البخاری ۔

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:English Translation

Ibne Umar ( RA) narrates that the Holy Prophet PBUH said:

 “ The biggest lie is the one a man sees a dream that he has never seen.”

 [Sahih Bukhari]

Explanation:

In this hadith, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warns against one of the worst forms of lying—claiming to have seen something in a dream that was not actually seen. Dreams are a part of human experience, but fabricating stories about them is considered a serious offense, as it misleads others and tarnishes one’s integrity.

This hadith serves as a reminder for us to be truthful in all aspects of our lives, including in our dreams and experiences. Falsehood, especially when it comes to something as personal and mysterious as dreams, can cause harm to others, misguide them, and even damage one's own spiritual and moral standing.

Lessons Learned:

''The Importance of Truthfulness:'' This narration emphasizes the importance of honesty, even when it comes to something as intangible as dreams.
''Accountability for Our Words:'' We must be mindful of what we say and ensure that our words are true, avoiding exaggeration or falsehood.
''Respect for Others' Beliefs:'' Sharing dreams that were never seen can lead to unnecessary confusion and affect the beliefs of others, making it a significant issue in Islam.

''How to Benefit:''

This hadith teaches us to avoid dishonesty, not only in our waking life but also in matters related to our dreams. Reflecting on the importance of truth in all aspects of life helps us build trust with others and strengthens our relationship with Allah.