Sahih al-Bukhari #5964

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 أَبُو الْوَلِيدِ، حَدَّثَنَا زَائِدَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا زِيَادُ بْنُ عِلاَقَةَ، سَمِعْتُ الْمُغِيرَةَ بْنَ شُعْبَةَ، قَالَ انْكَسَفَتِ الشَّمْسُ يَوْمَ مَاتَ إِبْرَاهِيمُ‏.‏ رَوَاهُ أَبُو بَكْرَةَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم‏.‏
Solar eclipse occurred on the day of Ibrahim's death (the Prophet's son).
Narrated by Narrated Al-Mughira bin Shuba:

Context

This hadith mentions a solar eclipse occurring on the day of Ibrahim's death, the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) son. This event is significant as it highlights the connection between natural phenomena and important events in Islamic history, prompting reflection on divine signs.

Modern Application

In modern times, solar eclipses can be seen as opportunities for reflection and contemplation. They remind us of the wonders of creation and our place within it, encouraging a deeper spiritual connection.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Signs and Historical Events because it links a natural occurrence to a significant moment in the Prophet's (ﷺ) life, inviting contemplation on the relationship between the two.

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This hadith is #5964 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Al-Mughira bin Shuba:.

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