Sahih Muslim #5747

The Book of Dreams
Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي عُمَرَ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، مَوْلَى آلِ طَلْحَةَ وَعَبْدِ رَبِّهِ وَيَحْيَى ابْنَىْ سَعِيدٍ وَمُحَمَّدِ بْنِ عَمْرِو بْنِ عَلْقَمَةَ عَنْ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ عَنْ أَبِي قَتَادَةَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏.‏ مِثْلَهُ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ فِي حَدِيثِهِمْ قَوْلَ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ كُنْتُ أَرَى الرُّؤْيَا أُعْرَى مِنْهَا غَيْرَ أَنِّي لاَ أُزَمَّلُ ‏.‏
"I saw dreams (which perturbed me) but I did not cover myself with a mantle."
Narrated by This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Qatada, but there is no mention of the words of Abu Salama:

Context

In this hadith narrated by Abu Qatada, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ discusses the nature of dreams that can cause distress. He mentions that he experienced such dreams but did not cover himself with a mantle, indicating a level of acceptance and resilience in facing unsettling visions. The takeaway emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing one's feelings regarding dreams.

Modern Application

Today, many people experience anxiety or fear related to their dreams. This hadith encourages individuals to approach their dreams with a sense of calm and understanding, rather than allowing them to dictate their emotions or actions. It reminds us that dreams are a natural part of life and can be managed without undue stress.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it highlights the process of narrating experiences and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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This hadith is #5747 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Dreams. It is graded Sahih and narrated by This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Qatada, but there is no mention of the words of Abu Salama:.

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