Jami` at-Tirmidhi #3161
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith narrates an incident involving Hawwa (Eve) during her pregnancy, where Iblis (Satan) influenced her to name her child 'Abdul-Harith' in a moment of despair. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) describes this as an example of the whispers of Shaytan that can lead individuals away from the guidance of Allah. The takeaway is a caution against succumbing to negative influences.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this teaches the importance of being vigilant against negative thoughts and influences that can lead us to make poor decisions. It encourages individuals to seek guidance from Allah and remain steadfast in their faith, especially during challenging times.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Shaytan and Divine Revelation because it illustrates the influence of Shaytan on human decisions and highlights the need for divine guidance.
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About Jami` at-Tirmidhi
This hadith is #3161 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of Chapters on Tafsir. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Samurah bin Jundab:.