Sunan Abu Dawud #2410
Fasting (Kitab Al-Siyam)
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
حَدَّثَنَا مُؤَمَّلُ بْنُ الْفَضْلِ، حَدَّثَنَا الْوَلِيدُ، حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الْعَزِيزِ، حَدَّثَنِي إِسْمَاعِيلُ بْنُ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَتْنِي أُمُّ الدَّرْدَاءِ، عَنْ أَبِي الدَّرْدَاءِ، قَالَ خَرَجْنَا مَعَ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي بَعْضِ غَزَوَاتِهِ فِي حَرٍّ شَدِيدٍ حَتَّى إِنَّ أَحَدَنَا لَيَضَعُ يَدَهُ عَلَى رَأْسِهِ أَوْ كَفَّهُ عَلَى رَأْسِهِ مِنْ شِدَّةِ الْحَرِّ مَا فِينَا صَائِمٌ إِلاَّ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَعَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ رَوَاحَةَ .
We went out along with the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) for some battle in intense heat, so much so that one of us placed his hand on his head, or placed his palm on his head, due to intense heat, No one of us fasted except the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and 'Abd Allah b. Rawahah.
Narrated by Narrated Abu al-Darda:
Context
This hadith describes a situation where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and his companions are in a battle during extreme heat, yet he remains fasting. This emphasizes the Prophet's (ﷺ) commitment to fasting and serves as an example of self-discipline and dedication.
Modern Application
In modern life, this hadith can inspire individuals to practice self-discipline and commitment to their beliefs, even in challenging circumstances. It serves as a reminder of the strength that comes from faith and perseverance.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Fasting and Prophetic Conduct because it showcases the Prophet's (ﷺ) dedication to fasting and his exemplary behavior during hardship.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #2410 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Fasting (Kitab Al-Siyam). It is graded Da'if and narrated by Narrated Abu al-Darda:.