Sunan Abu Dawud #4282

The Promised Deliverer (Kitab Al-Mahdi)
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 نُفَيْلٍ، حَدَّثَنَا زُهَيْرٌ، حَدَّثَنَا زِيَادُ بْنُ خَيْثَمَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا الأَسْوَدُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ الْهَمْدَانِيُّ، عَنْ جَابِرِ بْنِ سَمُرَةَ، بِهَذَا الْحَدِيثِ زَادَ فَلَمَّا رَجَعَ إِلَى مَنْزِلِهِ أَتَتْهُ قُرَيْشٌ فَقَالُوا ثُمَّ يَكُونُ مَاذَا قَالَ ‏ "‏ ثُمَّ يَكُونُ الْهَرْجُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
When he came back to his home. the Quraish came to him and said: Then what will happen ? He said: Then turmoil will prevail.
Narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Jabir b. Samurah through a different chain of narrators. This version adds:

Context

In this narration, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) discusses the future turmoil that will arise, as indicated by the Quraish's inquiry. This reflects the prophetic insight into the challenges that the community would face, emphasizing the need for vigilance and preparedness in times of uncertainty.

Modern Application

This hadith serves as a reminder for individuals to remain aware of societal changes and challenges. It encourages proactive engagement in community affairs and the importance of unity during turbulent times.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Historical Prophetic Events because it reflects the Prophet's foresight regarding future challenges faced by the community.

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This hadith is #4282 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of The Promised Deliverer (Kitab Al-Mahdi). It is graded Sahih and narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Jabir b. Samurah through a different chain of narrators. This version adds:.

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