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This hadith is graded Da'if. The grade indicates the level of authenticity based on the chain of narration and content analysis.

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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 3664 in the Book of Chapters on Supplication.

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Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3664 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters on Supplication), narrated by `Umarah bin Za`karah said:, states: "“I heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) saying; ‘Indeed, Allah, the Mighty and Sublime, says: “Indeed My worshipper who is entirely My slave is the one who remembers Me when he is about to meet his enemy.…"

Chapters on Supplication

Da'if

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو الْوَلِيدِ الدِّمَشْقِيُّ، أَحْمَدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ بَكَّارٍ حَدَّثَنَا الْوَلِيدُ بْنُ مُسْلِمٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عُفَيْرُ بْنُ مَعْدَانَ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ أَبَا دَوْسٍ الْيَحْصُبِيَّ، يُحَدِّثُ عَنِ ابْنِ عَائِذٍ الْيَحْصُبِيِّ، عَنْ عُمَارَةَ بْنِ زَعْكَرَةَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ إِنَّ اللَّهَ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ يَقُولُ إِنَّ عَبْدِي كُلَّ عَبْدِي الَّذِي يَذْكُرُنِي وَهُوَ مُلاَقٍ قِرْنَهُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ يَعْنِي عِنْدَ الْقِتَالِ ‏.‏ قَالَ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ غَرِيبٌ لاَ نَعْرِفُهُ إِلاَّ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ لَيْسَ إِسْنَادُهُ بِالْقَوِيِّ ‏.‏ - وَلاَ نَعْرِفُ لِعُمَارَةَ بْنِ زَعْكَرَةَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم إِلاَّ هَذَا الْحَدِيثَ الْوَاحِدَ ‏.‏ وَمَعْنَى قَوْلِهِ وَهُوَ مُلاَقٍ قِرْنَهُ ‏.‏ إِنَّمَا يَعْنِي عِنْدَ الْقِتَالِ يَعْنِي أَنْ يَذْكُرَ اللَّهَ فِي تِلْكَ السَّاعَةِ ‏.‏

“I heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) saying; ‘Indeed, Allah, the Mighty and Sublime, says: “Indeed My worshipper who is entirely My slave is the one who remembers Me when he is about to meet his enemy.” That is: “At the time of fighting.”

Narrated by `Umarah bin Za`karah said:

Context

This hadith conveys a powerful message about the importance of remembering Allah during times of difficulty, particularly in the context of battle. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) relays that Allah considers those who remember Him in such critical moments as true servants. This highlights the significance of faith and reliance on Allah in challenging situations.

Modern Application

In our daily lives, this principle can be reflected in how we approach challenges and conflicts. Remembering to turn to Allah for guidance and support during tough times can provide strength and clarity, reinforcing our faith and trust in His plan.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Trust in Allah (Tawakkul) because it emphasizes the importance of remembering Allah in times of conflict, showcasing reliance on Him as a key aspect of true servitude.

Trust in Allah (Tawakkul)