Sahih Muslim #6709

The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ نَافِعٍ الْعَبْدِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا بَهْزُ بْنُ أَسَدٍ الْعَمِّيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا هَارُونُ الأَعْوَرُ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعَيْبُ بْنُ الْحَبْحَابِ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ كَانَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَدْعُو بِهَؤُلاَءِ الدَّعَوَاتِ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْبُخْلِ وَالْكَسَلِ وَأَرْذَلِ الْعُمُرِ وَعَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ وَفِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
" O Allah, I seek refuge in Thee from miserliness, from sloth and from decrepitude."
Narrated by Anas reported that Allah's Messenger (may peace he upon him) wed to make this supplication:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ makes a supplication seeking refuge from various negative traits and experiences. This emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the desire for personal growth, as well as the acknowledgment of life's challenges.

Modern Application

In daily life, this supplication can inspire individuals to reflect on their weaknesses and strive for improvement. It encourages a proactive approach to personal development and spiritual growth.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it illustrates the practice of seeking divine assistance in overcoming personal challenges and enhancing one's character.

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This hadith is #6709 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Anas reported that Allah's Messenger (may peace he upon him) wed to make this supplication:.

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