What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5465 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated from Shutair bin Shakal bin Humaid, that his father said:, states: ""I said: 'O Messenger of Allah, teach me a supplication from which I may benefit.' He said: 'Say: Allahumma 'afini min sharri sam'i, wa basari, wa lisani, wa qalbi, wa min sharri mani (O Allah, protec…"

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 5465 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5465

The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا عُبَيْدُ بْنُ وَكِيعِ بْنِ الْجَرَّاحِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي، عَنْ سَعْدِ بْنِ أَوْسٍ، عَنْ بِلاَلِ بْنِ يَحْيَى، عَنْ شُتَيْرِ بْنِ شَكَلِ بْنِ حُمَيْدٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ عَلِّمْنِي دُعَاءً أَنْتَفِعُ بِهِ ‏.‏ قَالَ ‏ "‏ قُلِ اللَّهُمَّ عَافِنِي مِنْ شَرِّ سَمْعِي وَبَصَرِي وَلِسَانِي وَقَلْبِي وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَنِيِّي ‏"‏ ‏.‏ يَعْنِي ذَكَرَهُ ‏.‏

"I said: 'O Messenger of Allah, teach me a supplication from which I may benefit.' He said: 'Say: Allahumma 'afini min sharri sam'i, wa basari, wa lisani, wa qalbi, wa min sharri mani (O Allah, protect me from the evil of my hearing, my seeing, my tongue and my heart, and from the evil of my sperm.)'" - Meaning sexual organ.

Narrated by It was narrated from Shutair bin Shakal bin Humaid, that his father said:

Context

This hadith illustrates a moment when a companion of the Prophet ﷺ sought guidance on a beneficial supplication. The Prophet ﷺ responded with a comprehensive prayer that seeks protection from the evils of one's senses and heart, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and spiritual safeguarding.

Modern Application

In our daily lives, making such supplications can help individuals remain mindful of their thoughts and actions. It encourages a proactive approach to personal development and spiritual growth by seeking divine protection from negative influences.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it provides a specific prayer that seeks refuge from the evils associated with one's faculties and desires.

Supplication