Jami` at-Tirmidhi #3695

Chapters on Supplication
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ مُوسَى، أَخْبَرَنَا جَابِرُ بْنُ نُوحٍ، قَالَ أَخْبَرَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَمْرٍو، عَنْ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَدْعُو فَيَقُولُ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ مَتِّعْنِي بِسَمْعِي وَبَصَرِي وَاجْعَلْهُمَا الْوَارِثَ مِنِّي وَانْصُرْنِي عَلَى مَنْ يَظْلِمُنِي وَخُذْ مِنْهُ بِثَأْرِي ‏"‏ ‏.‏ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ غَرِيبٌ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ ‏.‏
“O Allah, give me pleasure in my hearing and my sight, and make it the inheritor from me, and aid me against whoever oppresses me, and take vengeance from him for me (Allāhumma matti`nī bisam`ī wa baṣarī waj`alhumal-wāritha minnī, wanṣurnī `alā man yaẓlimunī, wa khudh minhu bitha’rī)”
Narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to supplicate, saying:

Context

Abu Hurairah narrated that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) used to supplicate for the enjoyment of his hearing and sight, asking Allah to grant him victory over his oppressors. This supplication reflects a deep reliance on Allah for both physical well-being and justice against wrongdoing. It underscores the importance of seeking divine assistance in challenging situations.

Modern Application

In moments of hardship or injustice, this hadith serves as a reminder to turn to Allah in prayer. Making dua for strength and support can empower individuals to face their challenges with resilience and faith, reinforcing the belief that Allah is always there to help.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication and Divine Assistance because it illustrates the practice of seeking Allah's help in times of need and the importance of relying on Him for support.

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This hadith is #3695 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of Chapters on Supplication. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to supplicate, saying:.

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