What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5499 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated from 'Amr bin Shu'aib, from his father, that his grandfather said:, states: ""I heard the Messenger of Allah say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-kasali, walharami, wal-maghrami, wal-ma'thami, wa a'udhu bika min sharril-masihid-dajjali, wa a'udhu bika min 'adhabil-qabri, wa…"

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 5499 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5499

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 مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الْحَكَمِ، عَنْ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنِ اللَّيْثِ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ الْهَادِ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْكَسَلِ وَالْهَرَمِ وَالْمَغْرَمِ وَالْمَأْثَمِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ النَّارِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"I heard the Messenger of Allah say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-kasali, walharami, wal-maghrami, wal-ma'thami, wa a'udhu bika min sharril-masihid-dajjali, wa a'udhu bika min 'adhabil-qabri, wa a'udhu bika min 'adhabin-nar (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from laziness, old age, debt and sin, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of the Al-Masihid-Dajjal, and I seek refuge in You from the torment of the grave, and I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the Fire.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated from 'Amr bin Shu'aib, from his father, that his grandfather said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ sought refuge from various negative states in this hadith, including laziness, old age, debt, and sin. He also expressed a desire for protection from the trials of the Dajjal and the punishments of the grave and Hellfire. This highlights the importance of being proactive in seeking God's help against life's challenges and moral failings.

Modern Application

In today's fast-paced world, individuals can relate to the struggles against laziness and financial burdens. This hadith serves as a reminder to seek divine assistance in overcoming obstacles and maintaining a righteous path in life.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Seeking Refuge in Allah because it reflects the Prophet's ﷺ supplications for protection against laziness, old age, debt, sin, and the trials of the Dajjal.

Seeking Refuge in Allah