Is this hadith authentic?

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

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 3613 in the Book of Supplication.

I searched for a different number — is this the right hadith?

Hadith numbering varies across editions and translations (USC-MSA, Dar as-Salam, Fath al-Bari, and others). If you followed a link citing a different number but landed here, you may have been redirected to the canonical version in our library. If you were looking for a different hadith entirely, use the search bar to find it by text.

‹

#3612

#3613

Sunan Ibn Majah

#3614

›

Sunan Ibn Majah #3613

Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3613 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Supplication), narrated by It was narrated from 'Abdullah that:, states: "whenever the Prophet (saas) went to his bed, he would put his hand - meaning his right hand - beneath his cheek then say: "Allahumma qini 'adhabaka yawm tab'athu - - 'ibadaka (O Allah, save me from Y…"

Supplication

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 عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، عَنْ إِسْرَائِيلَ، عَنْ أَبِي إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ أَبِي عُبَيْدَةَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ كَانَ إِذَا أَوَى إِلَى فِرَاشِهِ وَضَعَ يَدَهُ - يَعْنِي الْيُمْنَى - تَحْتَ خَدِّهِ ثُمَّ قَالَ ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ قِنِي عَذَابَكَ يَوْمَ تَبْعَثُ - أَوْ تَجْمَعُ - عِبَادَكَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

whenever the Prophet (saas) went to his bed, he would put his hand - meaning his right hand - beneath his cheek then say: "Allahumma qini 'adhabaka yawm tab'athu - - 'ibadaka (O Allah, save me from Your punishment on the Day when You resurrect - or gather - Your slaves)."

Narrated by It was narrated from 'Abdullah that:

Context

This hadith reflects the simplicity of the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) household, where even in times of scarcity, he would seek refuge in prayer. It highlights the importance of supplication and reliance on Allah for protection from punishment. The takeaway is the significance of turning to Allah in moments of vulnerability.

Modern Application

In modern life, this practice can inspire individuals to incorporate prayer and supplication into their daily routines, especially before sleep. It serves as a reminder to seek divine guidance and protection in our lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Supplication because it emphasizes the importance of seeking refuge in Allah through prayer.

Prayer Supplication