What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5470 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by Abu Hurairah said:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah said: 'Seek refuge with Allah from poverty, want, humiliation and wronging others or being wronged.'""

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 5470 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5470

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.

قَالَ أَخْبَرَنِي مَحْمُودُ بْنُ خَالِدٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا الْوَلِيدُ، عَنْ أَبِي عَمْرٍو، - وَهُوَ الأَوْزَاعِيُّ - قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ أَبِي طَلْحَةَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي جَعْفَرُ بْنُ عِيَاضٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي أَبُو هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ تَعَوَّذُوا بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الْفَقْرِ وَالْقِلَّةِ وَالذِّلَّةِ وَأَنْ تَظْلِمَ أَوْ تُظْلَمَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah said: 'Seek refuge with Allah from poverty, want, humiliation and wronging others or being wronged.'"

Narrated by Abu Hurairah said:

Context

Abu Hurairah narrates that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ advised seeking refuge with Allah from poverty, humiliation, and injustice. This hadith emphasizes the importance of turning to Allah in times of need and the significance of spiritual supplication. It serves as a reminder of the human experience of vulnerability and the need for divine support.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle encourages individuals to engage in regular supplication, especially during challenging times. It highlights the importance of seeking spiritual strength and guidance from Allah in facing life's difficulties.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication and Seeking Refuge in Allah because it emphasizes the act of turning to Allah for protection from various forms of hardship.

Supplication Seeking Refuge in Allah