Sahih Muslim #5712
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ mentioned that Allah said the son of Adam abuses time, while Allah controls it. This hadith serves as a reminder of the divine nature of time and the importance of respecting it. The takeaway is the significance of being mindful of how we perceive and utilize time.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this principle can be applied by valuing time and using it wisely. Prioritizing tasks and being punctual can enhance productivity and reflect respect for the time given by Allah.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Divine Decree because it emphasizes the relationship between human perception of time and divine control.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #5712 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book Concerning the Use of Correct Words. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Huraira reported:.