Sahih al-Bukhari #5429
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The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
حَدَّثَنَا مُسَدَّدٌ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، عَنْ سُفْيَانَ، عَنْ سَعْدٍ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ كَعْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ
" مَثَلُ الْمُؤْمِنِ كَالْخَامَةِ مِنَ الزَّرْعِ تُفَيِّئُهَا الرِّيحُ مَرَّةً، وَتَعْدِلُهَا مَرَّةً، وَمَثَلُ الْمُنَافِقِ كَالأَرْزَةِ لاَ تَزَالُ حَتَّى يَكُونَ انْجِعَافُهَا مَرَّةً وَاحِدَةً ". وَقَالَ زَكَرِيَّاءُ حَدَّثَنِي سَعْدٌ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ كَعْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، كَعْبٍ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم.
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "The example of a believer is that of a fresh tender plant, which the wind bends lt
sometimes and some other time it makes it straight. And the example of a hypocrite is that of a pine
tree which keeps straight till once it is uprooted suddenly.
Narrated by Narrated Ka`b:
Context
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) compares the believer to a tender plant that bends with the wind, while the hypocrite is like a sturdy tree that stands straight until it is uprooted. This metaphor illustrates the resilience of faith and the vulnerability of hypocrisy, emphasizing the importance of sincerity in belief.
Modern Application
In everyday life, this hadith encourages individuals to cultivate resilience and adaptability in their faith. It serves as a reminder to remain steadfast and sincere, especially during challenging times.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hypocrisy and Spiritual Trials because it contrasts the characteristics of true believers with those of hypocrites, emphasizing the importance of genuine faith.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #5429 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Patients. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ka`b:.