Sunan Abu Dawud #3093

Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا سَهْلُ بْنُ بَكَّارٍ، عَنْ أَبِي عَوَانَةَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الْمَلِكِ بْنِ عُمَيْرٍ، عَنْ أُمِّ الْعَلاَءِ، قَالَتْ عَادَنِي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَأَنَا مَرِيضَةٌ فَقَالَ ‏ "‏ أَبْشِرِي يَا أُمَّ الْعَلاَءِ فَإِنَّ مَرَضَ الْمُسْلِمِ يُذْهِبُ اللَّهُ بِهِ خَطَايَاهُ كَمَا تُذْهِبُ النَّارُ خَبَثَ الذَّهَبِ وَالْفِضَّةِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) visited me while I was sick. He said: Be glad, Umm al-Ala' for Allah removes the sins of a Muslim for his illness as fire removes the dross of gold and silver.
Narrated by Narrated Umm al-Ala:

Context

This hadith illustrates the compassion of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as he visits Umm al-Ala during her illness. He reassures her that the suffering of a believer serves to expiate sins, likening it to the purification of gold and silver. This comforting message emphasizes the spiritual significance of enduring hardship and the mercy of Allah in alleviating one's burdens.

Modern Application

In times of illness or suffering, this hadith provides comfort by reminding us that our struggles can lead to spiritual growth and forgiveness. It encourages a positive outlook during difficult times.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community because it highlights the importance of supporting one another during times of illness and hardship.

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This hadith is #3093 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Umm al-Ala:.

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