What is Sahih al-Bukhari 5935 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab)), narrated by Narrated `Abdullah:, states: "The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Everyone will be with those whom he loves.""

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih al-Bukhari, which contains 7,277 hadiths across 97 books. It is hadith number 5935 in the Book of Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab).

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Sahih al-Bukhari #5935

Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا بِشْرُ بْنُ خَالِدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، عَنْ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ أَبِي وَائِلٍ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَنَّهُ قَالَ ‏ "‏ الْمَرْءُ مَعَ مَنْ أَحَبَّ ‏"‏‏.‏

The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Everyone will be with those whom he loves."

Narrated by Narrated `Abdullah:

Context

In this narration by Abdullah, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) states that a person will be with those whom they love. This profound statement highlights the significance of love and companionship in Islam, suggesting that one's character and actions are influenced by the company they keep. It serves as a reminder to choose friends wisely.

Modern Application

In modern life, this hadith encourages individuals to reflect on their relationships and the values they share with others. It highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences that align with one's beliefs and aspirations.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Love of God because it emphasizes the importance of companionship and the impact of love on one's spiritual journey.

Community Love of God