Sahih al-Bukhari #3696

Merits of the Helpers in Madinah (Ansaar)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أُسَامَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا مِسْعَرٌ، عَنْ مَعْنِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ أَبِي قَالَ، سَأَلْتُ مَسْرُوقًا مَنْ آذَنَ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِالْجِنِّ لَيْلَةَ اسْتَمَعُوا الْقُرْآنَ‏.‏ فَقَالَ حَدَّثَنِي أَبُوكَ ـ يَعْنِي عَبْدَ اللَّهِ ـ أَنَّهُ آذَنَتْ بِهِمْ شَجَرَةٌ‏.‏
"I asked Masruq, 'Who informed the Prophet (ﷺ) about the Jinns at the night when they heard the Qur'an?' He said, 'Your father `Abdullah informed me that a tree informed the Prophet (ﷺ) about them.' "
Narrated by Narrated `Abdur-Rahman:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expresses a shift in strategy following the expulsion of hostile clans, indicating that Muslims would now take the initiative in confronting their adversaries. This statement reflects a proactive approach to challenges and the importance of strategic planning in overcoming obstacles.

Modern Application

This hadith can inspire individuals and communities to adopt a proactive mindset when facing challenges. It encourages taking initiative rather than waiting for circumstances to dictate actions, fostering resilience and determination.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Military Might and Warfare and Prophetic Command because it illustrates the strategic thinking of the Prophet (ﷺ) in addressing threats to the community.

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This hadith is #3696 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Merits of the Helpers in Madinah (Ansaar). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Abdur-Rahman:.

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