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Sahih Muslim #5716

The Book Concerning the Use of Correct Words
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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.

وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ هِشَامٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ سِيرِينَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ لاَ تَسُبُّوا الدَّهْرَ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ هُوَ الدَّهْرُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
Do not curse Time, for it is Allah Who is Time.
Narrated by Abu Huraira reported Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying:

Context

Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ advised against cursing time, as it is Allah who is time. This hadith emphasizes the importance of perspective and the understanding that time is a creation of Allah, deserving of respect.

Modern Application

In today's fast-paced world, this teaching encourages individuals to adopt a positive outlook on time, recognizing its value and the opportunities it presents. It serves as a reminder to use time wisely rather than lamenting its passage.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Warning because it cautions against negative expressions regarding time and encourages a respectful attitude.

Warning

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This hadith is #5716 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 Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying:.

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