Sahih al-Bukhari #5431

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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 عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ يُوسُفَ، أَخْبَرَنَا مَالِكٌ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ أَبِي صَعْصَعَةَ، أَنَّهُ قَالَ سَمِعْتُ سَعِيدَ بْنَ يَسَارٍ أَبَا الْحُبَابِ، يَقُولُ سَمِعْتُ أَبَا هُرَيْرَةَ، يَقُولُ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ مَنْ يُرِدِ اللَّهُ بِهِ خَيْرًا يُصِبْ مِنْهُ ‏"‏‏.‏
Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "If Allah wants to do good to somebody, He afflicts him with trials."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ conveys a profound message about trials and tribulations. He explains that when Allah intends good for someone, He tests them with challenges. This perspective encourages believers to view difficulties as opportunities for growth and spiritual development, rather than mere hardships.

Modern Application

In modern life, this hadith encourages individuals to embrace challenges as part of their personal growth journey. Recognizing that trials can lead to greater resilience and understanding helps people navigate life's ups and downs with a positive outlook.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Decree and Trials and Tests because it addresses the relationship between divine will and the experiences of hardship in life.

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This hadith is #5431 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Patients. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.

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