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This hadith is graded Da'if. The grade indicates the level of authenticity based on the chain of narration and content analysis.

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This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 1971 in the Book of The Chapters on Business Transactions.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 1971 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of The Chapters on Business Transactions), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:, states: ""O Allah, bless my nation early in the morning of Thursday.' ""

The Chapters on Business Transactions

Da'if

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مَرْوَانَ، مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عُثْمَانَ الْعُثْمَانِيُّ حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ مَيْمُونٍ الْمَدَنِيُّ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لأُمَّتِي فِي بُكُورِهَا يَوْمَ الْخَمِيسِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

"O Allah, bless my nation early in the morning of Thursday.' "

Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) makes a supplication for his nation, asking Allah to bless them in their early morning endeavors on Thursdays. This hadith emphasizes the significance of starting the day with good intentions and actions, particularly on a day that holds special importance in the Islamic week.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this hadith encourages individuals to start their Thursdays with positive actions and intentions, such as engaging in productive work or worship. It serves as a reminder of the potential blessings that can come from beginning the day early and with purpose.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Supplication and Divine Blessings because it highlights the Prophet's prayer for blessings upon his community and the importance of early morning activities.

Supplication Divine Blessings