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This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters On Zuhd), narrated by Fadalah bin 'Ubaid narrated that he heard the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) saying:, states: ""Glad tidings to whoever is guided to Islam, his livelihood was sufficient and he was satisfied.""

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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 2418 in the Book of Chapters On Zuhd.

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The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا الْعَبَّاسُ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ الدُّورِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ يَزِيدَ الْمُقْرِئُ، أَخْبَرَنَا حَيْوَةُ بْنُ شُرَيْحٍ، أَخْبَرَنِي أَبُو هَانِئٍ الْخَوْلاَنِيُّ، أَنَّ أَبَا عَلِيٍّ، عَمْرَو بْنَ مَالِكٍ الْجَنْبِيَّ أَخْبَرَهُ عَنْ فَضَالَةَ بْنِ عُبَيْدٍ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ طُوبَى لِمَنْ هُدِيَ إِلَى الإِسْلاَمِ وَكَانَ عَيْشُهُ كَفَافًا وَقَنِعَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ وَأَبُو هَانِئٍ اسْمُهُ حُمَيْدُ بْنُ هَانِئٍ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏

"Glad tidings to whoever is guided to Islam, his livelihood was sufficient and he was satisfied."

Narrated by Fadalah bin 'Ubaid narrated that he heard the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) saying:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expresses glad tidings for those who are guided to Islam and live a life of sufficiency and contentment. The emphasis is on the spiritual and material balance that leads to true happiness. This statement encourages believers to appreciate their faith and the blessings of a modest life.

Modern Application

In times of anxiety and uncertainty, finding contentment in one's circumstances can be challenging. Practicing gratitude and focusing on the positives in life can help individuals cultivate a sense of peace and fulfillment, regardless of external conditions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Gratitude because it encourages appreciation for the guidance of Islam and the blessings of a sufficient life.

Gratitude