Sahih al-Bukhari #75

Knowledge
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 مَعْمَرٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْوَارِثِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدٌ، عَنْ عِكْرِمَةَ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، قَالَ ضَمَّنِي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَقَالَ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ عَلِّمْهُ الْكِتَابَ ‏"‏‏.‏
Once the Prophet (ﷺ) embraced me and said, "O Allah! Bestow on him the knowledge of the Book (Qur'an).
Narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expresses a heartfelt prayer for Ibn Abbas, asking Allah to grant him knowledge of the Qur'an. This moment highlights the importance of seeking knowledge and the role of mentorship in Islamic tradition. It reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) desire for his companions to be well-versed in the teachings of Islam.

Modern Application

Today, this hadith encourages Muslims to prioritize the study of the Qur'an and seek knowledge in their lives. Engaging in learning through classes, reading, and discussions can foster a deeper understanding of faith and its principles.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Quran and Knowledge because it emphasizes the significance of acquiring knowledge of the Qur'an, which is central to Islamic teachings.

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About Sahih al-Bukhari

This hadith is #75 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Knowledge. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:.

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