Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 2621 in the Book of The Book of Fasting.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2621 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Fasting), narrated by This hadith is narrated on the authority of Habib b. Abu Thabit with the same chain of transmitters and he said:, states: "" And you would become exhausted.""

The Book of Fasting

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ بِشْرٍ، عَنْ مِسْعَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا حَبِيبُ بْنُ أَبِي ثَابِتٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَقَالَ ‏ "‏ وَنَفِهَتِ النَّفْسُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

" And you would become exhausted."

Narrated by This hadith is narrated on the authority of Habib b. Abu Thabit with the same chain of transmitters and he said:

Context

This hadith highlights the physical and mental exhaustion that can accompany spiritual pursuits. The phrase 'And you would become exhausted' reflects the challenges faced by individuals striving for spiritual growth and fulfillment. The context suggests that while such efforts may be taxing, they are part of the journey toward personal and spiritual development.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle can be applied to the challenges of maintaining spiritual practices amidst busy schedules. Individuals may find themselves exhausted from balancing work, family, and spiritual commitments, reminding them to seek balance and prioritize their well-being.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct because it reflects the understanding of the challenges faced in spiritual pursuits, as acknowledged by the Prophet (ﷺ).

Prophetic Conduct