What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5547 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Seeking Refuge with Allah), narrated by It was narrated that 'Abdullah bin Al-Harith said:, states: ""When it was said to Zaid bin Arqam: 'Tell us what you heard from the Messenger of Allah commanded us to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-'ajzi wal-kasali, wal-bukhli, wal-jubni, wal-harami, w…"

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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5547

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 وَاصِلُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى، عَنِ ابْنِ فُضَيْلٍ، عَنْ عَاصِمِ بْنِ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ الْحَارِثِ، قَالَ كَانَ إِذَا قِيلَ لِزَيْدِ بْنِ أَرْقَمَ حَدِّثْنَا مَا، سَمِعْتَ مِنْ، رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ لاَ أُحَدِّثُكُمْ إِلاَّ مَا كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم حَدَّثَنَا بِهِ وَيَأْمُرُنَا أَنْ نَقُولَ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ وَالْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ وَالْهَرَمِ وَعَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ اللَّهُمَّ آتِ نَفْسِي تَقْوَاهَا وَزَكِّهَا أَنْتَ خَيْرُ مَنْ زَكَّاهَا أَنْتَ وَلِيُّهَا وَمَوْلاَهَا اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ نَفْسٍ لاَ تَشْبَعُ وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لاَ يَخْشَعُ وَمِنْ عِلْمٍ لاَ يَنْفَعُ وَدَعْوَةٍ لاَ تُسْتَجَابُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"When it was said to Zaid bin Arqam: 'Tell us what you heard from the Messenger of Allah commanded us to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-'ajzi wal-kasali, wal-bukhli, wal-jubni, wal-harami, wa 'adhabil-qabri. Allahumma at nafsi taqwaha, wa zakkaha anta khairu min zakkaha, anta waliyyuha wa mawlaha. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min nafsin la tashba'u wa min qalbin la yakhsha'u wa min 'ilmin la yanfa'u wa du'a'in la yustajab (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from incapacity, laziness, miserliness, cowardice, old age, the torment of the grave. O Allah, make my soul obedient and purify it, for You are the best One to purify it, You are its Guardian and Lord. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from a soul that is not satisfied, a heart that is not humble, knowledge that is of no benefit and a supplication that is not answered.)'"

Narrated by It was narrated that 'Abdullah bin Al-Harith said:

Context

In this narration, 'Abdullah bin Al-Harith recounts that Zaid bin Arqam emphasized the importance of specific supplications taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. These supplications seek refuge from various negative states, such as incapacity and a lack of humility, while also asking for the purification of the soul. This highlights the significance of spiritual awareness and the need for divine assistance.

Modern Application

Today, individuals can incorporate these supplications into their daily prayers, fostering a deeper connection with Allah. By regularly seeking refuge from negative traits, one can work towards personal growth and spiritual development.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication because it involves specific prayers that seek refuge from undesirable states and qualities.

Supplication