What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 2103 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Fasting), narrated by It Was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:, states: "'When Ramadan begins, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are fettered.""

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #2103

The Book of Fasting

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

أَخْبَرَنِي إِبْرَاهِيمُ بْنُ يَعْقُوبَ الْجُوزَجَانِيُّ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي مَرْيَمَ، قَالَ أَنْبَأَنَا نَافِعُ بْنُ يَزِيدَ، عَنْ عُقَيْلٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، قَالَ أَخْبَرَنِي أَبُو سُهَيْلٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ إِذَا دَخَلَ رَمَضَانُ فُتِّحَتْ أَبْوَابُ الْجَنَّةِ وَغُلِّقَتْ أَبْوَابُ النَّارِ وَصُفِّدَتِ الشَّيَاطِينُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

'When Ramadan begins, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are fettered."

Narrated by It Was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ explains that during Ramadan, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are chained. This narration emphasizes the spiritual significance of Ramadan as a time of mercy and forgiveness. The takeaway is the unique opportunity for believers to seek closeness to Allah during this blessed month.

Modern Application

During Ramadan, Muslims often feel a heightened sense of spirituality and community. This hadith encourages individuals to engage in acts of worship, charity, and self-reflection, taking advantage of the divine mercy available during this sacred month.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Paradise and Fasting because it highlights the spiritual benefits and opportunities for believers during the month of Ramadan.

Paradise Fasting