Sahih al-Bukhari Hadith 816 – Volume 8, Book 82

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Volume 8, Book 82, Number 816:
Narrated Ibn 'Abbas:
'Umar said, "I am afraid that after a long time has passed, people may say, "We do not find the
Verses of the Rajam (stoning to death) in the Holy Book," and consequently they may go astray by
leaving an obligation that Allah has revealed. Lo! I confirm that the penalty of Rajam be inflicted on
him who commits illegal sexual intercourse, if he is already married and the crime is proved by wit –
nesses or pregnancy or confession." Sufyan added, "I have memorized this narration in this way."
'Umar added, "Surely Allah's Apostle carried out the penalty of Rajam, and so did we after him."