What is Sahih Muslim 6222 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions), narrated by 'Amir b. Sa'd reported that he heard his father (Sa'd b. Abi Waqqas) say:, states: "never heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) say unto one living and moving about that he was in Paradise except to 'Abdullah b. Salim."

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 6222 in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions.

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Sahih Muslim #6222

The Book of the Merits of the Companions

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ عِيسَى، حَدَّثَنِي مَالِكٌ، عَنْ أَبِي النَّضْرِ، عَنْ عَامِرِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ أَبِي يَقُولُ، مَا سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ لِحَىٍّ يَمْشِي أَنَّهُ فِي الْجَنَّةِ إِلاَّ لِعَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ سَلاَمٍ ‏.‏

never heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) say unto one living and moving about that he was in Paradise except to 'Abdullah b. Salim.

Narrated by 'Amir b. Sa'd reported that he heard his father (Sa'd b. Abi Waqqas) say:

Context

In this hadith, Sa'd b. Abi Waqqas recounts that he never heard the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) declare that anyone living was in Paradise, except for 'Abdullah b. Salam. This highlights the special status of 'Abdullah b. Salam, who was a notable figure among the early Muslims, emphasizing the significance of faith and recognition in the community.

Modern Application

This hadith serves as a reminder of the importance of faith and righteousness in one's life. In today's context, it encourages individuals to strive for good deeds and seek a strong connection with their faith, as it can lead to a positive legacy and recognition in the community.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Paradise and Prophetic Authority because it emphasizes the unique acknowledgment of 'Abdullah b. Salam by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as a sign of his esteemed position in the afterlife.

Paradise Prophetic Authority

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سُورَةُ يسٓ

Yaseen (Yaseen)

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

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قِيلَ ٱدْخُلِ ٱلْجَنَّةَ ۖ قَالَ يَٰلَيْتَ قَوْمِى يَعْلَمُونَ

It was said, "Enter Paradise." He said, "I wish my people could know

سُورَةُ الصَّافَّاتِ

As-Saaffaat (Those drawn up in Ranks)

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

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إِلَّا عِبَادَ ٱللَّهِ ٱلْمُخْلَصِينَ

Except the chosen servants of Allah.

إِلَّا عِبَادَ ٱللَّهِ ٱلْمُخْلَصِينَ

Except the chosen servants of Allah [who do not share in that sin].

سُورَةُ الشَّمۡسِ

Ash-Shams (The Sun)

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

1 ayah

فَقَالَ لَهُمْ رَسُولُ ٱللَّهِ نَاقَةَ ٱللَّهِ وَسُقْيَٰهَا

And the messenger of Allah [Salih] said to them, "[Do not harm] the she-camel of Allah or [prevent her from] her drink."

سُورَةُ الأَعۡرَافِ

Al-A'raaf (The Heights)

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

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أَهَٰٓؤُلَآءِ ٱلَّذِينَ أَقْسَمْتُمْ لَا يَنَالُهُمُ ٱللَّهُ بِرَحْمَةٍ ۚ ٱدْخُلُوا۟ ٱلْجَنَّةَ لَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْكُمْ وَلَآ أَنتُمْ تَحْزَنُونَ

[Allah will say], "Are these the ones whom you [inhabitants of Hell] swore that Allah would never offer them mercy? Enter Paradise, [O People of the Elevations]. No fear will there be concerning you, nor will you grieve."

Common Words

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أهؤلاء1x

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This hadith is #6222 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Amir b. Sa'd reported that he heard his father (Sa'd b. Abi Waqqas) say:.

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