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Sahih al-Bukhari #6959

Wishes
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا حَسَنُ بْنُ الرَّبِيعِ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو الأَحْوَصِ، عَنْ عَاصِمٍ، عَنِ النَّضْرِ بْنِ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ قَالَ أَنَسٌ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ لَوْلاَ أَنِّي سَمِعْتُ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ لاَ تَتَمَنَّوُا الْمَوْتَ ‏"‏ لَتَمَنَّيْتُ‏.‏
If I had not heard the Prophet (ﷺ) saying, "You should not long for death," I would have longed (for it).
Narrated by Narrated Anas:

Context

In this hadith, Anas ibn Malik narrates that he would have longed for death if he had not heard the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advise against wishing for it. This statement reflects a broader theme in Islam that emphasizes the value of life and the importance of patience in the face of trials. The takeaway is that life is a precious gift, and one should focus on making the most of it rather than longing for its end.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle encourages individuals to appreciate life and seek fulfillment in their daily experiences. Instead of wishing for an end to challenges, people are reminded to find purpose and meaning in their lives, even during difficult times.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hope and Life After Death because it emphasizes the importance of valuing life and the potential for hope in the face of adversity.

HopeLife After Death

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This hadith is #6959 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Wishes. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Anas:.

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