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This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that Farwah bin Nawfal said:, states: ""I asked 'Aishah: 'Tell me of something that the Messenger of Allah used to say: Allahumma, inni a'udhu bika min sharri ma 'amiltu wa min sharri ma lam a'mal ba'd (O Allah, I seek refuge with You fr…"

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5536

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 مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا الْمُعْتَمِرُ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ حُصَيْنٍ، عَنْ هِلاَلِ بْنِ يِسَافٍ، عَنْ فَرْوَةَ بْنِ نَوْفَلٍ، قَالَ سَأَلْتُ عَائِشَةَ فَقُلْتُ حَدِّثِينِي بِشَىْءٍ، كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَدْعُو بِهِ قَالَتْ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا عَمِلْتُ وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَا لَمْ أَعْمَلْ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"I asked 'Aishah: 'Tell me of something that the Messenger of Allah used to say: Allahumma, inni a'udhu bika min sharri ma 'amiltu wa min sharri ma lam a'mal ba'd (O Allah, I seek refuge with You from the evil of what I have done and from the evil of what I have not done.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated that Farwah bin Nawfal said:

Context

In this narration, 'Aishah shares a supplication that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ frequently recited. The prayer seeks refuge from the evils of one's actions and those not yet committed. This highlights the importance of self-awareness and humility in one's relationship with Allah.

Modern Application

This supplication can be incorporated into daily life as a reminder to seek forgiveness and guidance. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and strive for personal growth and improvement.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it emphasizes the practice of seeking refuge in Allah through prayer and acknowledgment of one's shortcomings.

Supplication