What is Sahih al-Bukhari 6265 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq)), narrated by Narrated Anas:, states: "Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "I have been sent and the Hour (is at hand) as these two (fingers)."

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 6265 in the Book of To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq).

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Sahih al-Bukhari #6265

To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ ـ هُوَ الْجُعْفِيُّ ـ حَدَّثَنَا وَهْبُ بْنُ جَرِيرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، وَأَبِي التَّيَّاحِ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ بُعِثْتُ أَنَا وَالسَّاعَةَ كَهَاتَيْنِ ‏"‏‏.‏

Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "I have been sent and the Hour (is at hand) as these two (fingers).

Narrated by Narrated Anas:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) conveys the urgency of his mission by likening his arrival to the imminent arrival of the Day of Judgment. This metaphor illustrates the closeness of the two events, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for the end times and the accountability that follows. The statement serves as a prophetic warning to the believers about the significance of their actions in this life.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith encourages individuals to reflect on their lives and the choices they make daily. It serves as a reminder to prioritize good deeds and spiritual growth, as the time for accountability is always closer than we may think.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Day of Judgment and Prophetic Warning because it highlights the connection between the Prophet's mission and the approaching Day of Judgment, urging believers to be mindful of their actions.

Day of Judgment Prophetic Warning