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Sahih al-Bukhari #4606

Prophetic Commentary on the Qur'an (Tafseer of the Prophet (pbuh))
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدُ بْنُ عُفَيْرٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي اللَّيْثُ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ خَالِدِ بْنِ مُسَافِرٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، أَنَّ أَبَا هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ يَقْبِضُ اللَّهُ الأَرْضَ، وَيَطْوِي السَّمَوَاتِ بِيَمِينِهِ، ثُمَّ يَقُولُ أَنَا الْمَلِكُ، أَيْنَ مُلُوكُ الأَرْضِ ‏"‏‏.‏
I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) saying, "Allah will hold the whole earth, and roll all the heavens up in His Right Hand, and then He will say, 'I am the King; where are the kings of the earth?"'
Narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) describes a powerful image of divine authority, where Allah holds the earth and rolls up the heavens. This statement emphasizes the majesty and sovereignty of Allah, reminding believers of His ultimate power over creation. It serves as a reflection on the nature of divine authority.

Modern Application

This can inspire individuals to reflect on the greatness of Allah in their daily lives, encouraging humility and gratitude. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of worldly power compared to divine authority.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Authority and Divine Majesty because it emphasizes Allah's supreme power and control over the universe.

Divine AuthorityDivine Majesty

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About Sahih al-Bukhari

This hadith is #4606 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Prophetic Commentary on the Qur'an (Tafseer of the Prophet (pbuh)). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.

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