Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 3597 in the Book of Chapters on Supplication.

I searched for a different number — is this the right hadith?

Hadith numbering varies across editions and translations (USC-MSA, Dar as-Salam, Fath al-Bari, and others). If you followed a link citing a different number but landed here, you may have been redirected to the canonical version in our library. If you were looking for a different hadith entirely, use the search bar to find it by text.

‹

#3596

#3597

Jami` at-Tirmidhi

#3598

›

Jami` at-Tirmidhi #3597

Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3597 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters on Supplication), narrated by Aishah narrated:, states: "“I said: ‘O Messenger of Allah, what is your view if I know when the Night of Al-Qadr is, then what should I say in it?” He said: ‘Say: “O Allah, indeed You are Pardoning, , tuḥibbul-`afwa fa`fu `annī…"

Chapters on Supplication

Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا جَعْفَرُ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ الضُّبَعِيُّ، عَنْ كَهْمَسِ بْنِ الْحَسَنِ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ بُرَيْدَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ أَرَأَيْتَ إِنْ عَلِمْتُ أَىُّ لَيْلَةٍ لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ مَا أَقُولُ فِيهَا قَالَ ‏ "‏ قُولِي اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ كَرِيمٌ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏

“I said: ‘O Messenger of Allah, what is your view if I know when the Night of Al-Qadr is, then what should I say in it?” He said: ‘Say: “O Allah, indeed You are Pardoning, , tuḥibbul-`afwa fa`fu `annī).’”

Narrated by Aishah narrated:

Context

In this hadith, Aishah asks the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) about what to say if she knows when the Night of Al-Qadr occurs. The Prophet (ﷺ) advises her to make a specific supplication, emphasizing Allah's attributes of forgiveness and generosity. This highlights the importance of seeking forgiveness during this blessed night, which is better than a thousand months.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith encourages individuals to make sincere supplications, especially during significant times like Ramadan. By focusing on Allah's mercy and forgiveness, believers can cultivate a deeper connection with their faith and seek personal growth through prayer.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Gratitude and Supplication because it emphasizes the importance of expressing gratitude for Allah's mercy and making heartfelt supplications during significant moments.

Gratitude Supplication