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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 7113 in the Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 7113 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour), narrated by Ibn 'Umar reported that he heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying (in a state) that he had turned his face towards the east:, states: "Behold, turmoil would appear from this side, from where the horns of Satan would appear."

The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا لَيْثٌ، ح وَحَدَّثَنِي مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ رُمْحٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا اللَّيْثُ، عَنْ نَافِعٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَهُوَ مُسْتَقْبِلُ الْمَشْرِقِ يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ أَلاَ إِنَّ الْفِتْنَةَ هَا هُنَا أَلاَ إِنَّ الْفِتْنَةَ هَا هُنَا مِنْ حَيْثُ يَطْلُعُ قَرْنُ الشَّيْطَانِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Behold, turmoil would appear from this side, from where the horns of Satan would appear.

Narrated by Ibn 'Umar reported that he heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying (in a state) that he had turned his face towards the east:

Context

Ibn 'Umar narrates the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ warning about the emergence of turmoil from a specific direction, symbolizing the challenges that would arise in the future. This hadith serves as a prophetic insight into the trials that believers may face, emphasizing the need for vigilance and awareness.

Modern Application

This hadith prompts believers to remain alert to the challenges and trials that may arise in their lives. It encourages a proactive approach to faith, fostering resilience and preparedness in the face of adversity.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Day of Judgment and Signs of the Hour because it addresses the forewarnings of future trials and the importance of being aware of the signs leading up to significant events.

Day of Judgment Signs of the Hour