Sahih al-Bukhari #3935

Military Expeditions led by the Prophet (pbuh) (Al-Maghaazi)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدَةُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الصَّمَدِ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ ـ هُوَ ابْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ دِينَارٍ ـ عَنْ أَبِيهِ، أَنَّ ابْنَ عُمَرَ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ قَالَ أَوَّلُ يَوْمٍ شَهِدْتُهُ يَوْمُ الْخَنْدَقِ‏.‏
The first day (i.e. Ghazwa) I participated in, was the day of Al-Khandaq (i.e. Trench).
Narrated by Narrated Ibn `Umar:

Context

The hadith narrated by Ibn `Umar reflects on his first experience in the battle of Al-Khandaq, also known as the Battle of the Trench. This battle was significant in Islamic history as it showcased the strategic defense of the Muslim community against a coalition of tribes. The takeaway from this event is the importance of unity and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Modern Application

In today's world, the spirit of Al-Khandaq can inspire communities to come together during challenging times. It emphasizes the need for collective action and strategic planning to overcome obstacles, whether they are social, economic, or personal.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Military Might and Warfare and Historical Prophetic Events because it recounts a pivotal moment in Islamic history where strategic defense was employed during a battle.

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This hadith is #3935 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Military Expeditions led by the Prophet (pbuh) (Al-Maghaazi). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Umar:.

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