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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 3855 in the Book of Zuhd.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3855 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Zuhd), narrated by It was narrated from Abu Umamah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:, states: "“The one who most deserved to be envied, un my view, is the one who has the least burden, who prays a great deal and finds joy in prayer, and who is unknown among people and is not paid any heed. His…"

Zuhd

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 مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، حَدَّثَنَا عَمْرُو بْنُ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ صَدَقَةَ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنْ إِبْرَاهِيمَ بْنِ مُرَّةَ، عَنْ أَيُّوبَ بْنِ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ أَبِي أُمَامَةَ، عَنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ قَالَ ‏ "‏ إِنَّ أَغْبَطَ النَّاسِ عِنْدِي مُؤْمِنٌ خَفِيفُ الْحَاذِ ذُو حَظٍّ مِنْ صَلاَةٍ غَامِضٌ فِي النَّاسِ لاَ يُؤْبَهُ لَهُ كَانَ رِزْقُهُ كَفَافًا وَصَبَرَ عَلَيْهِ عَجِلَتْ مَنِيَّتُهُ وَقَلَّ تُرَاثُهُ وَقَلَّتْ بَوَاكِيهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

“The one who most deserved to be envied, un my view, is the one who has the least burden, who prays a great deal and finds joy in prayer, and who is unknown among people and is not paid any heed. His provision will be sufficient, he will be content with it, his death will come quickly, his estate will be small and his mourners will be few.”

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

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expresses that if people were aware of the realities he knows, they would laugh little and weep much. This statement reflects a profound understanding of the human condition and the seriousness of life, encouraging self-reflection and awareness of the afterlife and its implications.

Modern Application

Today, this teaching can inspire individuals to prioritize spiritual growth and mindfulness over trivial pursuits. It encourages people to reflect on their actions and the transient nature of life, promoting a deeper connection to their faith and the afterlife.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Warning and Afterlife because it serves as a cautionary reminder of the seriousness of life and the consequences that await in the afterlife.

Ethical Themes Spiritual Reflection