Using Weak Hadiths as Evidence in Sermons
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Question:
Some imams, in their Friday sermons, cite some weak hadiths. What is your guidance?
Answer:
Weak hadiths may be cited or used for moral exhortation and reminder, but no legal ruling is based on them regarding prohibition, obligation, or other legal matters. They are mentioned in moral exhortation and reminder for the sake of instilling fear and seeking reassurance from them. Yes.
The presenter:
Yes, may Allah bless you.
Some imams, in their Friday sermons, cite some weak hadiths. What is your guidance?
Answer:
Weak hadiths may be cited or used for moral exhortation and reminder, but no legal ruling is based on them regarding prohibition, obligation, or other legal matters. They are mentioned in moral exhortation and reminder for the sake of instilling fear and seeking reassurance from them. Yes.
The presenter:
Yes, may Allah bless you.
Source
قناة «مكة و المدينة»، 11 فتاوى على الهواء - 08 / 08 / 1433هـ _ الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com (41:26)
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