Sahih Muslim #5465

The Book of Manners and Etiquette
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ رَافِعٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّزَّاقِ، أَخْبَرَنَا مَعْمَرٌ، عَنْ هَمَّامِ بْنِ مُنَبِّهٍ، قَالَ هَذَا مَا حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فَذَكَرَ أَحَادِيثَ مِنْهَا وَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ أَغْيَظُ رَجُلٍ عَلَى اللَّهِ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ وَأَخْبَثُهُ وَأَغْيَظُهُ عَلَيْهِ رَجُلٌ كَانَ يُسَمَّى مَلِكَ الأَمْلاَكِ لاَ مَلِكَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
The most wretched person in the sight of Allah on the Day of Resurrection and the worst person and target of His wrath would of the person who is called Malik al-Amlak (the King of Kings) for there is no king but Allah.
Narrated by Abu Huraira reported from Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) so many ahadith and one of them was this that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:

Context

This hadith reveals the severe consequences for those who falsely claim titles of authority, specifically mentioning the 'King of Kings.' The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warns that such individuals will face the greatest wrath from Allah on the Day of Judgment, emphasizing humility and the recognition of Allah's ultimate sovereignty.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this principle serves as a reminder to approach positions of power with humility and integrity. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and motivations, ensuring they do not seek titles for personal gain but rather serve others sincerely.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Day of Judgment and Divine Wrath because it addresses the consequences of arrogance and false claims of authority in the sight of Allah.

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This hadith is #5465 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Manners and Etiquette. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Huraira reported from Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) so many ahadith and one of them was this that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:.

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