Is “This World Is a Prison for the Believer” an Authentic Hadith?

Описание: In this insightful session, Sheikh Assim Al Hakeem addresses a commonly quoted statement: “This world is a prison (or hell) for the believer and a paradise for the disbeliever.” Is this hadith authentic?

The Sheikh explains that this specific wording is not authentically established according to his knowledge. However, he clarifies the meaning behind similar authentic narrations. The well-known authentic hadith states that Jannah (Paradise) is surrounded by hardships and disliked matters, while Hellfire is surrounded by desires and temptations. This teaches Muslims that following the Qur’an and Sunnah often requires patience, sacrifice, and resisting desires.

He also shares a powerful story involving a Jewish fish seller and a great Muslim judge. The man questioned how a wealthy Muslim scholar could consider this world “hell” while he himself lived a life of hardship. The response beautifully explains that compared to the eternal bliss of Paradise, all worldly luxury is insignificant. And compared to the torment of Hellfire, worldly hardship may seem like ease.

Sheikh Assim emphasizes an important principle: even if a narration is weak or unauthentic, its meaning may still be correct when supported by authentic evidence from the Qur’an and Sunnah. However, Muslims must be careful not to attribute statements to the Prophet ﷺ without verification.

This reminder helps us understand the true value of this dunya (worldly life) versus the akhirah (Hereafter), and why authentic knowledge matters in Islam.

Watch to gain clarity and strengthen your understanding of Islamic teachings.

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