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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 7181 in the Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 7181 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour), narrated by Anas b. Malik reported that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:, states: "There would be written three letters k. f. r., i. e. Kafir, between the eyes of the Dajjal."

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 ابْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، وَابْنُ، بَشَّارٍ - وَاللَّفْظُ لاِبْنِ الْمُثَنَّى - قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا مُعَاذُ بْنُ هِشَامٍ، حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَنَسُ بْنُ مَالِكٍ، أَنَّ نَبِيَّ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ الدَّجَّالُ مَكْتُوبٌ بَيْنَ عَيْنَيْهِ ك ف ر أَىْ كَافِرٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

There would be written three letters k. f. r., i. e. Kafir, between the eyes of the Dajjal.

Narrated by Anas b. Malik reported that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warns about the Dajjal, a significant figure in Islamic eschatology, whose identity will be marked by the letters 'k.f.r.' (Kafir) on his forehead. This hadith serves as a cautionary reminder for believers to remain vigilant and discerning in their faith, especially in times of deception.

Modern Application

In the modern context, this hadith encourages individuals to be aware of falsehoods and misleading ideologies that may challenge their beliefs. It reinforces the importance of knowledge and discernment in navigating complex social and spiritual landscapes.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Day of Judgment and Warning because it serves as a prophetic warning about the Dajjal and the importance of recognizing signs of deception.

Day of Judgment Warning