Riyad as-Salihin, 1351
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Do not wish for an encounter with the enemy. Pray to Allah to grant you safety; (but) when you encounter them, show patience." <b>[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]</b>.
وعن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم :
لا تتمنوا لقاء العدو، فإذا لقيتموه فاصبروا
((متفق عليه))
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 11, Hadith 67
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) The believers are exhorted not to wish to face afflictions; rather, they should ask Allah Almighty for safety.<br>
2) If Muslims encounter the enemies of Allah, they are required to show steadfastness, patience, and perseverance.<br>
3) Safety along with faith is the best thing a person can ever be given.