Surely, the gates of Paradise are under the shadows of the swords. A man in a shabby condition got up and said; Abu Musa, did you hear the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say this? He said: Yes. (The narrator said): He returned to his friends and said: I greet you (a farewell greeting). Then he broke the sheath of his sword, threw it away, advanced with his (naked) sword towards the enemy and fought (them) with it until he was slain.
Narrated by The tradition has been narrated on the authority of 'Abdullah b. Qais. He heard it from his father who, while facing the enemy, reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:
Context
This hadith illustrates the valor associated with fighting in the way of Allah, as conveyed by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). The statement about the gates of Paradise being under the shadows of swords serves as a motivational reminder for those engaged in jihad. It emphasizes the spiritual rewards associated with sacrifice in the path of faith.
Modern Application
In modern contexts, this principle can inspire individuals to pursue their goals with determination and courage. It encourages a mindset of resilience and commitment to one's values, even in challenging circumstances.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Paradise and Jihad because it highlights the spiritual significance and rewards associated with striving in the path of Allah.
So let those fight in the cause of Allah who sell the life of this world for the Hereafter. And he who fights in the cause of Allah and is killed or achieves victory - We will bestow upon him a great reward.
Indeed, Allah has purchased from the believers their lives and their properties [in exchange] for that they will have Paradise. They fight in the cause of Allah, so they kill and are killed. [It is] a true promise [binding] upon Him in the Torah and the Gospel and the Qur'an. And who is truer to his covenant than Allah? So rejoice in your transaction which you have contracted. And it is that which is the great attainment.
Or do you think that you will enter Paradise while such [trial] has not yet come to you as came to those who passed on before you? They were touched by poverty and hardship and were shaken until [even their] messenger and those who believed with him said, "When is the help of Allah?" Unquestionably, the help of Allah is near.
Or do you think that you will enter Paradise while Allah has not yet made evident those of you who fight in His cause and made evident those who are steadfast?
This hadith is #4780 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book on Government. It is graded Sahih and narrated by The tradition has been narrated on the authority of 'Abdullah b. Qais. He heard it from his father who, while facing the enemy, reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:.
