What is Sahih Muslim 730 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Menstruation), narrated by 'A'isha said:, states: "The Apostle of Allah (ﷺ) used to remember Allah at all moments."

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 730 in the Book of The Book of Menstruation.

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Sahih Muslim #730

The Book of Menstruation

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْعَلاَءِ وَإِبْرَاهِيمُ بْنُ مُوسَى قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي زَائِدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ خَالِدِ بْنِ سَلَمَةَ، عَنِ الْبَهِيِّ، عَنْ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ كَانَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَذْكُرُ اللَّهَ عَلَى كُلِّ أَحْيَانِهِ ‏.‏

The Apostle of Allah (ﷺ) used to remember Allah at all moments.

Narrated by 'A'isha said:

Context

In this hadith narrated by 'A'isha, it is highlighted that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) consistently engaged in the remembrance of Allah throughout all moments of his life. This practice of dhikr signifies the importance of maintaining a constant connection with the divine, regardless of one's circumstances. The takeaway is that remembrance of Allah should be an integral part of a believer's daily routine.

Modern Application

In today's fast-paced world, incorporating moments of dhikr into our daily lives can help ground us and remind us of our purpose. Whether it's through short prayers, mindfulness, or simply reflecting on Allah's attributes, these practices can enhance our spiritual connection and provide peace amidst chaos.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Remembrance of Allah (Dhikr) because it emphasizes the Prophet's consistent practice of remembering Allah in all situations.

Remembrance of Allah (Dhikr)