Is this hadith authentic?

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 5587 in the Book of The Book of Greetings.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 5587 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Greetings), narrated by This hadith has been reported on the authority of Abu Bishr with the same the same chain of transmitters (with these words):, states: "That he recited Umm-ul-Qur'an (Sura Fatiha), and he collected his spittle and he applied that and the person became all right."

The Book of Greetings

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 بَشَّارٍ، وَأَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ نَافِعٍ كِلاَهُمَا عَنْ غُنْدَرٍ، مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ جَعْفَرٍ عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي بِشْرٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَقَالَ فِي الْحَدِيثِ فَجَعَلَ يَقْرَأُ أُمَّ الْقُرْآنِ وَيَجْمَعُ بُزَاقَهُ وَيَتْفُلُ فَبَرَأَ الرَّجُلُ ‏.‏

That he recited Umm-ul-Qur'an (Sura Fatiha), and he collected his spittle and he applied that and the person became all right.

Narrated by This hadith has been reported on the authority of Abu Bishr with the same the same chain of transmitters (with these words):

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ demonstrates the healing power of reciting Surah Al-Fatiha (Umm-ul-Qur'an) and the significance of faith in the process of healing. A man who was unwell was cured after the Prophet ﷺ recited this chapter and applied his spittle, illustrating the connection between spiritual practices and physical well-being. The takeaway is the importance of seeking divine assistance through prayer and recitation.

Modern Application

Today, many people turn to prayer and spiritual recitation during times of illness or distress, believing in the power of faith to aid in healing. This practice can provide comfort and hope, reinforcing the idea that spiritual well-being is intertwined with physical health.