Sunan Ibn Majah #4204

The Book of the Sunnah
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، وَعَمْرُو بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ الأَوْدِيُّ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، حَدَّثَنَا الصَّلْتُ الأَزْدِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو نَضْرَةَ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، أَنَّ طَلْحَةَ، مَرَّ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ فَقَالَ ‏ "‏ شَهِيدٌ يَمْشِي عَلَى وَجْهِ الأَرْضِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
Talhah passed by the Prophet and he said: "A martyr walking upon the face of the earth."
Narrated by It was narrated from Jabir that:

Context

In this hadith, Talhah passes by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), who acknowledges him as a martyr walking on earth. This statement highlights the esteemed status of Talhah, who was known for his bravery and sacrifices in the early Islamic battles. The takeaway emphasizes the recognition of those who have given their lives for the faith, even if they are still alive.

Modern Application

Today, we can honor the sacrifices of those who have fought for justice and righteousness in various forms. Recognizing individuals who stand up for their beliefs can inspire others to act courageously in their own lives, promoting values of integrity and commitment.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Martyrdom and Prophetic Authority because it reflects the high regard the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) had for Talhah's sacrifices and contributions to Islam.

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This hadith is #4204 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Book of the Sunnah. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated from Jabir that:.

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