What the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) Prohibited in Terms of Speech: Collection, Classification, and Study

Abstract

This research explores the prohibitions on speech as articulated by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), focusing on the collection, classification, and analysis of relevant Hadiths. It begins with an introduction that outlines the significance of the study, the rationale for its selection, and its objectives. The first chapter examines Hadiths that convey absolute prohibitions on certain speech, while the second chapter addresses those prohibitions that are not absolute, categorizing them into three types: discouragement, etiquette, and preference. Employing an inductive approach, the research collects Hadiths containing prohibitions on specific expressions, classifying and analyzing them according to scientific criteria. It investigates expressions such as "do not say" and "do not speak," extracting legal rulings and elucidating the reasoning behind these prohibitions, supported by scholarly commentary. The study identifies 22 Hadiths explicitly forbidding certain expressions, comprising 18 authentic and 4 good Hadiths. These Hadiths highlight the prophetic guidance to replace prohibited expressions with alternatives, clarifying the implications for both individuals and society. The conclusion presents key findings and recommendations, urging further exploration of verbal prohibitions within various contexts, including knowledge, worship, transactions, virtues, battles, interpretations, and medicine. This research serves as a foundational project for graduate students, encouraging the reconciliation of Hadiths that may seem contradictory regarding specific expressions while being affirmed in others.