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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 5504 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5504 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that Anas said:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah used to seek refuge by saying these words: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-kasali, wal-harami, wal-jubni, wal-bukhli, wa suw'il-kibari, wa fitnatid-dajjali wa 'adhabil-qabr…"

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 مُوسَى بْنُ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا حُسَيْنٌ، عَنْ زَائِدَةَ، عَنْ حُمَيْدٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَتَعَوَّذُ بِهَؤُلاَءِ الْكَلِمَاتِ كَانَ يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْكَسَلِ وَالْهَرَمِ وَالْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ وَسُوءِ الْكِبَرِ وَفِتْنَةِ الدَّجَّالِ وَعَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah used to seek refuge by saying these words: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-kasali, wal-harami, wal-jubni, wal-bukhli, wa suw'il-kibari, wa fitnatid-dajjali wa 'adhabil-qabr (O Allah, I seek refuge with You from laziness, old age, cowardice, miserliness, a bad old age, the tribulation of the Dajjal and the torment of the grave.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated that Anas said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ sought refuge from several negative traits in this hadith, including laziness, cowardice, miserliness, and the tribulations of old age. He also mentioned the trials of the Dajjal and the torment of the grave. This highlights the need for believers to be aware of their vulnerabilities and to actively seek God's protection against them.

Modern Application

In daily life, individuals can reflect on their weaknesses and strive to overcome them through prayer. This hadith encourages believers to seek God's help in cultivating positive traits and avoiding detrimental behaviors.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Seeking Refuge in Allah because it illustrates the Prophet's ﷺ supplications for protection against laziness, cowardice, miserliness, and the trials of the Dajjal.

Seeking Refuge in Allah