What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5492 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that 'Amr bin Maimun said:, states: ""The Prophet used to seek refuge." Mursal."

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable 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 5492 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah

Hasan

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

أَخْبَرَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو دَاوُدَ، عَنْ سُفْيَانَ، عَنْ أَبِي إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ مَيْمُونٍ، قَالَ كَانَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَتَعَوَّذُ مُرْسَلٌ ‏.‏

"The Prophet used to seek refuge." Mursal.

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

Context

This narration mentions that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to seek refuge, indicating the practice of supplication for protection. The act of seeking refuge is a significant aspect of a Muslim's spiritual life, highlighting the reliance on Allah for safety from harm and evil.

Modern Application

In everyday life, many individuals invoke supplications for protection during challenging times or when facing uncertainty. This practice fosters a sense of security and connection to faith, reminding believers of the importance of seeking divine assistance.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it underscores the importance of seeking refuge in Allah, a fundamental aspect of a Muslim's spiritual practice.

Supplication