´It was narrated that Anas said:` "A case requiring Qisas was brought to the Messenger of Allah and he enjoined them to pardon."
Explanation & Benefits
Hafiz Muhammad Ameen
Urdu marginal note:
In the hadith, the word "amr" is used. In Arabic, it has various meanings. One of these is "consultation" (mashwara) as well. Qisas (retaliation) is the legal right of the heirs (awliya) of the murdered person; therefore, they cannot be ordered to forgo qisas, even though forgiving is superior. However, they can be advised or consulted, which is why this meaning has been given preference here.
Source: Sunan Nasa'i: Translation and Benefits by Shaykh Hafiz Muhammad Amin Hafizullah, Page: 4787