Seek permission from those in authority before taking any action

This hadith explains that if a slave gets married without his master's permission, it is considered fornication. This means that even though slaves are not free to do as they please, they still need to get their master's approval before getting married. The Prophet Muhammad was emphasizing the importance of respecting authority and following rules even when it comes to something as important as marriage. He was also teaching us about the importance of seeking permission from those in authority before taking any action.