What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 3081 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Hajj), narrated by It was narrated that Jabir said:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah stoned the Jamarat with pebbles like date sones or fingertips.""

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 Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 3081 in the Book of The Book of Hajj.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #3081

The Book of Hajj

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، عَنِ ابْنِ جُرَيْجٍ، عَنْ أَبِي الزُّبَيْرِ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، قَالَ رَأَيْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَرْمِي الْجِمَارَ بِمِثْلِ حَصَى الْخَذْفِ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah stoned the Jamarat with pebbles like date sones or fingertips."

Narrated by It was narrated that Jabir said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ demonstrates the practice of stoning the Jamarat during Hajj, using pebbles similar to date stones. This act is a significant ritual during the pilgrimage, symbolizing the rejection of evil and temptation. The takeaway is the importance of following the prescribed rituals of Hajj as a means of spiritual purification.

Modern Application

During the Hajj season, pilgrims today engage in the ritual of stoning the Jamarat, reflecting on its significance as a demonstration of faith and commitment to rejecting wrongdoing. This practice encourages individuals to seek forgiveness and strive for a more righteous path in their lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it describes a specific ritual performed during the pilgrimage, highlighting its significance in Islamic worship.

Hajj