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 5528 in the Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah.

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Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5528 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that 'Aishah said:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah said: 'Allahumma, rabba jibra'ila, wa mika'ila wa rabba israfila, a'udhu bika min harrin-nari wa (min) 'adhabil-qabr (O Allah, Lord of Jibra'il and Mika'il and Lord of Israfil…"

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 أَحْمَدُ بْنُ حَفْصٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي قَالَ، حَدَّثَنِي إِبْرَاهِيمُ، عَنْ سُفْيَانَ بْنِ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ أَبِي حَسَّانَ، عَنْ جَسْرَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، أَنَّهَا قَالَتْ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ جِبْرَائِيلَ وَمِيكَائِيلَ وَرَبَّ إِسْرَافِيلَ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ حَرِّ النَّارِ وَمِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah said: 'Allahumma, rabba jibra'ila, wa mika'ila wa rabba israfila, a'udhu bika min harrin-nari wa (min) 'adhabil-qabr (O Allah, Lord of Jibra'il and Mika'il and Lord of Israfil, I seek refuge in You from the heat of the Fire and (from) the torment of the grave.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated that 'Aishah said:

Context

In this hadith, Aisha narrates a supplication made by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, seeking refuge from the torment of the Fire and the grave. This reflects the Prophet's awareness of the afterlife and the importance of seeking protection from divine punishment. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and the significance of preparing for what comes after.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, individuals often turn to prayers and supplications for protection and guidance. This hadith encourages believers to regularly seek refuge in Allah from hardships and to remain mindful of their actions in this world as they relate to the afterlife.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Punishment and Afterlife because it highlights the Prophet's plea for protection from the consequences of sin in the hereafter.

Divine Punishment Afterlife