What is Sunan Ibn Majah 1172 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters Regarding Funerals), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Sa’eed Al-Khudri that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:, states: "“When you enter upon one who is sick, cheer him up and give him hope of a long life, for that does not change anything (of the Divine Decree), but it will cheer the heart of the one who is sick.”"

Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 1172 in the Book of Chapters Regarding Funerals.

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Chapters Regarding Funerals

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا عُقْبَةُ بْنُ خَالِدٍ السَّكُونِيُّ، عَنْ مُوسَى بْنِ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ التَّيْمِيِّ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي سَعِيدٍ الْخُدْرِيِّ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ إِذَا دَخَلْتُمْ عَلَى الْمَرِيضِ فَنَفِّسُوا لَهُ فِي الأَجَلِ فَإِنَّ ذَلِكَ لاَ يَرُدُّ شَيْئًا وَهُوَ يَطِيبُ بِنَفْسِ الْمَرِيضِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

“When you enter upon one who is sick, cheer him up and give him hope of a long life, for that does not change anything (of the Divine Decree), but it will cheer the heart of the one who is sick.”

Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Sa’eed Al-Khudri that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the importance of providing comfort and hope to those who are ill. He instructs that when visiting a sick person, one should uplift their spirits by encouraging them with thoughts of a long life. This approach not only fosters a positive atmosphere but also acknowledges the emotional needs of the sick individual, reminding us of the significance of compassion in our interactions.

Modern Application

When comforting someone who is unwell, it's essential to offer words of encouragement and positivity. This can help alleviate their anxiety and improve their emotional state, showing that we care for their well-being. Simple gestures, like sharing uplifting stories or expressing hope, can make a significant difference in their recovery process.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam because it highlights the importance of kindness and support during visits to the sick.

Hospitality in Islam