Sahih al-Bukhari #6332

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.

حَدَّثَنَا مُسَدَّدٌ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو عَوَانَةَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الْمَلِكِ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ الْحَارِثِ بْنِ نَوْفَلٍ، عَنِ الْعَبَّاسِ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ أَنَّهُ قَالَ لِلنَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم هَلْ نَفَعْتَ أَبَا طَالِبٍ بِشَىْءٍ‏.‏
that he said to the Prophet (ﷺ) "Did you benefit Abu Talib with anything?"
Narrated by Narrated `Abbas:

Context

In this brief exchange, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is asked about the benefit he provided to his uncle Abu Talib. The inquiry reflects the deep concern for the fate of loved ones and the limits of prophetic intercession, highlighting the importance of individual belief and accountability.

Modern Application

This hadith reminds us of the importance of personal responsibility in faith. In our interactions, it encourages us to support our loved ones in their spiritual journeys while recognizing that each person's relationship with faith is ultimately their own.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Mercy and Prophetic Warning because it underscores the limits of intercession and the necessity of personal belief in God's mercy.

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About Sahih al-Bukhari

This hadith is #6332 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Abbas:.

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