Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Umar: Allah's Apostle said, "When the Jews greet you, they usually say, 'As-Samu 'alaikum (Death be on you),' so you should say (in reply to them), 'Wa'alaikum (And on you)."
— Sahih Bukhari, Volume 8, Book 74: Asking Permission, Hadith #274
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Umar: Allah's Apostle said, "When the Jews greet you, they usually say, 'As-Samu 'alaikum (Death be on you),' so you should say (in reply to them), 'Wa'alaikum (And on you)."
This hadith is from the book of Asking Permission in Sahih Bukhari, compiled by Imam al-Bukhari. It is hadith number 274 in book 74 of volume 8.
This hadith is referenced in the following topics: Relationship with Non-Muslims.
© 2026 The Hadith Says - Brought to you by Deen.