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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 Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 1359 in the Book of Chapters Regarding Funerals.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 1359 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters Regarding Funerals), narrated by It was narrated from Umm Salamah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say, during the illness that would be his last:, states: "“The prayer, and those whom your hands possess.”* And he kept on saying it until his tongue could no longer utter any words."

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 يَزِيدُ بْنُ هَارُونَ، حَدَّثَنَا هَمَّامٌ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ صَالِحٍ أَبِي الْخَلِيلِ، عَنْ سَفِينَةَ، عَنْ أُمِّ سَلَمَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ كَانَ يَقُولُ فِي مَرَضِهِ الَّذِي تُوُفِّيَ فِيهِ ‏ "‏ الصَّلاَةَ وَمَا مَلَكَتْ أَيْمَانُكُمْ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ فَمَا زَالَ يَقُولُهَا حَتَّى مَا يَفِيضَ بِهَا لِسَانُهُ ‏.‏

“The prayer, and those whom your hands possess.”* And he kept on saying it until his tongue could no longer utter any words.

Narrated by It was narrated from Umm Salamah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say, during the illness that would be his last:

Context

Umm Salamah narrates that during his final illness, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) repeatedly emphasized the importance of prayer and caring for those under one's authority. This highlights the significance of maintaining one's spiritual obligations and responsibilities, even in times of personal hardship.

Modern Application

This principle can inspire individuals today to prioritize their spiritual practices and responsibilities, even during challenging times. It serves as a reminder that faith and duty can provide strength and guidance in difficult situations.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Conduct because it emphasizes the Prophet's (ﷺ) commitment to prayer and the well-being of others, reflecting his exemplary character.

Prayer Prophetic Conduct