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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 7216 in the Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 7216 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour), narrated by Ma'qil b. Yasar reported Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying:, states: "Worshiping during the period of widespread turmoil is like emigration towards me."

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 يَحْيَى بْنُ يَحْيَى، أَخْبَرَنَا حَمَّادُ بْنُ زَيْدٍ، عَنْ مُعَلَّى بْنِ زِيَادٍ، عَنْ مُعَاوِيَةَ بْنِ، قُرَّةَ عَنْ مَعْقِلِ بْنِ يَسَارٍ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ح وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا حَمَّادٌ، عَنِ الْمُعَلَّى بْنِ زِيَادٍ، رَدَّهُ إِلَى مُعَاوِيَةَ بْنِ قُرَّةَ رَدَّهُ إِلَى مَعْقِلِ بْنِ يَسَارٍ رَدَّهُ إِلَى النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ الْعِبَادَةُ فِي الْهَرْجِ كَهِجْرَةٍ إِلَىَّ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Worshiping during the period of widespread turmoil is like emigration towards me.

Narrated by Ma'qil b. Yasar reported Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ compares worship during times of turmoil to emigration towards him. This statement emphasizes the significance of steadfastness in faith amidst challenges and the rewards associated with such devotion. It serves as a motivational reminder for believers to maintain their worship and connection with Allah during difficult times.

Modern Application

Today, many individuals face personal or societal challenges that test their faith. This hadith encourages people to remain steadfast in their worship and connection with Allah, reminding them that their efforts during tough times are valued and rewarded.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Trials and Tests and Worship of Allah Alone because it emphasizes the importance of worship during difficult times and the spiritual rewards associated with it.

Trials and Tests Worship of Allah Alone