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Sahih Muslim #4719

The Book on Government
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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.

وَحَدَّثَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ مُعَاذٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي ح، وَحَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، وَابْنُ، بَشَّارٍ قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، كِلاَهُمَا عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي التَّيَّاحِ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ الْبَرَكَةُ فِي نَوَاصِي الْخَيْلِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
There is a blessing in the forelocks of the war horses.
Narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Anas b. Malik that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

Anas b. Malik narrates that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) stated there is a blessing in the forelocks of war horses. This hadith underscores the spiritual and practical significance of horses in the context of jihad, emphasizing their role as noble companions in the struggle for the faith. The takeaway is the recognition of the blessings associated with these animals in fulfilling religious duties.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this hadith can encourage individuals involved in equestrian activities or sports to view their horses as partners in achieving greater goals. It promotes a sense of respect and gratitude for the animals that serve humans in various capacities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Jihad and Blessings of Allah because it highlights the spiritual rewards associated with war horses and their importance in the context of striving for the faith.

JihadBlessings of Allah

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This hadith is #4719 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book on Government. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Anas b. Malik that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:.

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