What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5490 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that 'Urwah bin Maimun said:, states: ""I heard 'Umar bin Al-Khattab say: 'The Messenger of Allah used to seek refuge with Allah from five things and say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-jubni, wal-bukhli, wa suw'il-'umuri, wa fitnatis-s…"

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This hadith is graded Da'if. The grade indicates the level of authenticity based on the chain of narration and content analysis.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5490

The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah

Da'if

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

أَخْبَرَنَا سُلَيْمَانُ بْنُ سَلْمٍ الْبَلْخِيُّ، - هُوَ أَبُو دَاوُدَ الْمَصَاحِفِيُّ - قَالَ أَنْبَأَنَا النَّضْرُ، قَالَ أَنْبَأَنَا يُونُسُ، عَنْ أَبِي إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ مَيْمُونٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ عُمَرَ بْنَ الْخَطَّابِ، يَقُولُ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَتَعَوَّذُ مِنْ خَمْسٍ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ وَسُوءِ الْعُمُرِ وَفِتْنَةِ الصَّدْرِ وَعَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"I heard 'Umar bin Al-Khattab say: 'The Messenger of Allah used to seek refuge with Allah from five things and say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-jubni, wal-bukhli, wa suw'il-'umuri, wa fitnatis-sadri wa 'adhabil-qabr (O Allah, I seek refuge with You from cowardice, miserliness, reaching the age of second childhood, the trials of the heart and the torment of the grave.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated that 'Urwah bin Maimun said:

Context

In this hadith, 'Umar bin Al-Khattab narrates that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ sought refuge from five specific afflictions, highlighting the importance of spiritual awareness and the need for divine protection. This illustrates a theme of humility and the recognition of human vulnerabilities.

Modern Application

In everyday life, this principle encourages individuals to be aware of their weaknesses and to seek help through prayer. It promotes a proactive approach to personal growth and spiritual development.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it emphasizes the significance of seeking refuge in Allah through specific prayers.

Supplication