Riyad as-Salihin, 1877
Hadith text · Matn
وعن عائشة رضي الله عنها قالت: كان رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم يكثر أن يقول قبل موته
سبحان الله وبحمده، أستغفر الله، وأتوب إليه
((متفق عليه)).
English translation
'Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
Prior to his demise, the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to supplicate frequently: Subhan Allahi wa bihamdihi; Astaghfirullaha wa atubu ilaihi (Allah is free from imperfection, and I begin with praising Him. I beg forgiveness from Allah and I turn to Him in repentance." <b>[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]</b>.
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 19, Hadith 9
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) It shows the manner of the Prophet’s forgiveness-seeking and supplication to Allah Almighty and how he drew closer to his Lord prior to his death.<br>
2) One should not feel secure from the plan of Allah Almighty, for He overturns hearts as He wishes.<br>
3) We are encouraged to observe the comprehensive advice: sticking to glorification of Allah and pursuit of His forgiveness till we die. {Then glorify the praise of your Lord, and ask His forgiveness. Indeed, He is ever Accepting of Repentance.}