Sahih al-Bukhari Hadith 403 – Volume 3, Book 34

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Volume 3, Book 34, Number 403:
Narrated Anas bin Malik:
Allah's Apostle forbade the sale of fruits till they are almost ripe. He was asked what is meant by
'are almost ripe.' He replied, "Till they become red." Allah's Apostle further said, "If Allah spoiled the
fruits, what right would one have to take the money of one's brother (i.e. other people)?"
Narrated Ibn Shihab: If somebody bought fruits before their benefit is evident and then the fruits
were spoiled with blights, the loss would be suffered by the owner (not the buyer).
Narrated Salim bin 'Abdullah from Ibn Umar: Allah's Apostle said, "Do not sell or buy fruits before
their benefit was evident and do not sell fresh fruits (dates) for dried dates."