Sahih Muslim #1231

The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ بُدَيْلٍ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ شَقِيقٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَنَّهُ كَانَ يَتَعَوَّذُ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ وَعَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ وَفِتْنَةِ الدَّجَّالِ ‏.‏
Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to seek refuge from the torment of the grave, torment of Hell and the trial of Dajjal.

Context

This hadith recounts how the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) sought refuge from the torment of the grave, the punishment of Hell, and the trials of Dajjal. It illustrates the Prophet's awareness of the challenges and tests that await individuals in the afterlife, emphasizing the importance of seeking protection from such trials through prayer and supplication.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, Muslims often make dua to seek protection from various forms of suffering and trials, including those mentioned in this hadith. This practice serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and the importance of spiritual preparedness.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Testing and Afterlife because it highlights the Prophet's concern for the challenges faced in the afterlife and the importance of seeking refuge from them.

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This hadith is #1231 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer. It is graded Sahih.

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