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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 2650 in the Book of The Book of Fasting.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2650 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Fasting), narrated by Ibn Umar (Allah be pleased with them) reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:, states: "He who is anxious to seek it (Lailat-ul-Qadr) should seek it in the last ten (nights of Ramadan)."

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.

وَحَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ جَبَلَةَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ ابْنَ عُمَرَ، - رضى الله عنهما - يُحَدِّثُ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَنَّهُ قَالَ ‏ "‏ مَنْ كَانَ مُلْتَمِسَهَا فَلْيَلْتَمِسْهَا فِي الْعَشْرِ الأَوَاخِرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

He who is anxious to seek it (Lailat-ul-Qadr) should seek it in the last ten (nights of Ramadan).

Narrated by Ibn Umar (Allah be pleased with them) reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:

Context

In this narration, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs his followers to seek the Night of Decree (Lailat-ul-Qadr) during the last ten nights of Ramadan. This guidance emphasizes the significance of these nights and the spiritual rewards associated with seeking divine mercy and forgiveness during this blessed period. The Prophet's (ﷺ) advice encourages believers to be diligent in their worship and devotion during these special nights.

Modern Application

This hadith serves as a reminder for Muslims today to intensify their prayers and good deeds during the last ten nights of Ramadan. It encourages individuals to seek opportunities for spiritual growth and connection with Allah, fostering a sense of urgency and dedication in their worship.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Fasting because it relates to the practices of worship and devotion during the month of Ramadan, particularly in seeking the Night of Decree.

Fasting