Sahih Muslim #3422
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith speaks to the divine decree established by Allah regarding creation. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) conveyed that Allah has determined who will be created until the Day of Judgment. This statement reflects the belief in Allah's ultimate authority and control over all existence.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this principle can provide comfort in understanding that there is a divine plan at work. It encourages individuals to trust in Allah's wisdom and timing, especially during challenging times, knowing that everything unfolds according to His will.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Divine Decree and Prophetic Teachings because it conveys a fundamental belief in Allah's control over creation and the teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ) regarding divine matters.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #3422 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Marriage. It is graded Sahih and narrated by A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of Habban with the same chain of transmitters (but with this alteration) that he said:.