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Sahih Muslim #1286

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ يَحْيَى التَّمِيمِيُّ، قَالَ أَخْبَرَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ يَحْيَى بْنِ أَبِي كَثِيرٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ أَبِي يَقُولُ، لاَ يُسْتَطَاعُ الْعِلْمُ بِرَاحَةِ الْجِسْمِ ‏.‏
Knowledge cannot be acquired with sloth.
Narrated by 'Abdullah narrated it on the authority of his father Yahya:

Context

This hadith emphasizes the necessity of effort in acquiring knowledge, as conveyed by the statement that knowledge cannot be attained through laziness. It serves as a motivational reminder that diligence and hard work are essential components of the learning process. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) encourages followers to actively pursue knowledge.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle can be applied to various aspects of life, from academic pursuits to personal development. It encourages individuals to adopt a proactive approach to learning, recognizing that dedication and effort are key to achieving their goals.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Seeking Knowledge because it underscores the importance of effort in the pursuit of knowledge.

Seeking Knowledge

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This hadith is #1286 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Abdullah narrated it on the authority of his father Yahya:.

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