Hadith Nos. 2 and 3 of An-Nawawi’s Collection for Primary 4

Hadith Nos. 2 and 3 of An-Nawawi’s Collection

Performance Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. read Hadith No. 2 and 3;
2. explain the meaning of the Hadith;
3. memorise the Hadith Nos. 2 and 3.

Introduction to Hadith

In Islamic Studies, the Qur’an is the word of Allah, and Hadith are the sayings, actions, and approvals of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Hadith help Muslims understand the Qur’an better and learn how to live according to Islam.

Imam An-Nawawi was a great scholar who collected forty-two important Hadith. These Hadith cover many essential teachings of Islam. In this unit, Hadith Numbers 2 and 3 from his collection are studied.

Qur’anic Foundation: Surah Al-Asr (The Declining Day)

The Qur’an provides guidance for all aspects of life. Surah Al-Asr is a short but very important chapter that teaches about the value of time and the qualities of true believers. It serves as a good foundation for understanding the Hadith about faith and good deeds.

Arabic Text:

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

وَالْعَصْرِ (1)

إِنَّ الْإِنْسَانَ لَفِي خُسْرٍ (2)

إِلَّا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالْحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالصَّبْرِ (3)

English Meaning:

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

By [the passage of] time, (1)

Indeed, mankind is in loss, (2)

Except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience. (3)

Meaning of Surah Al-Asr

This Surah teaches that all people are losing out in life unless they have four important qualities:

1. Iman (Faith): Believing in Allah and all that He has revealed.
2. Amal Salih (Righteous Deeds): Doing good actions.
3. Tawasi bil-Haqq (Advising to Truth): Encouraging each other to follow the truth.
4. Tawasi bis-Sabr (Advising to Patience): Encouraging each other to be patient, especially when facing difficulties.

These qualities are central to living a good Muslim life, as explained further in the Hadith.

Hadith No. 2: The Hadith of Jibreel (Gabriel)

This Hadith is narrated by Umar ibn Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him). It tells the story of Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) visiting Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the form of a man and asking him questions about Islam, Iman, and Ihsan.

Arabic Text of Hadith No. 2:

عَنْ عُمَرَ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ أَيْضًا قَالَ: بَيْنَمَا نَحْنُ جُلُوسٌ عِنْدَ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ ذَاتَ يَوْمٍ، إِذْ طَلَعَ عَلَيْنَا رَجُلٌ شَدِيدُ بَيَاضِ الثِّيَابِ، شَدِيدُ سَوَادِ الشَّعَرِ، لَا يُرَى عَلَيْهِ أَثَرُ السَّفَرِ، وَلَا يَعْرِفُهُ مِنَّا أَحَدٌ، حَتَّى جَلَسَ إِلَى النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ، فَأَسْنَدَ رُكْبَتَيْهِ إِلَى رُكْبَتَيْهِ، وَوَضَعَ كَفَّيْهِ عَلَى فَخِذَيْهِ، وَقَالَ: يَا مُحَمَّدُ أَخْبِرْنِي عَنِ الْإِسْلَامِ. فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ: “الْإِسْلَامُ أَنْ تَشْهَدَ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ، وَتُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةَ، وَتُؤْتِيَ الزَّكَاةَ، وَتَصُومَ رَمَضَانَ، وَتَحُجَّ الْبَيْتَ إِنِ اسْتَطَعْتَ إِلَيْهِ سَبِيلًا”. قَالَ: صَدَقْتَ. فَعَجِبْنَا لَهُ يَسْأَلُهُ وَيُصَدِّقُهُ. قَالَ: فَأَخْبِرْنِي عَنِ الْإِيمَانِ. قَالَ: “أَنْ تُؤْمِنَ بِاللَّهِ، وَمَلَائِكَتِهِ، وَكُتُبِهِ، وَرُسُلِهِ، وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ، وَتُؤْمِنَ بِالْقَدَرِ خَيْرِهِ وَشَرِّهِ”. قَالَ: صَدَقْتَ. قَالَ: فَأَخْبِرْنِي عَنِ الْإِحْسَانِ. قَالَ: “أَنْ تَعْبُدَ اللَّهَ كَأَنَّكَ تَرَاهُ، فَإِنْ لَمْ تَكُنْ تَرَاهُ فَإِنَّهُ يَرَاكَ”. قَالَ: فَأَخْبِرْنِي عَنِ السَّاعَةِ. قَالَ: “مَا الْمَسْئُولُ عَنْهَا بِأَعْلَمَ مِنَ السَّائِلِ”. قَالَ: فَأَخْبِرْنِي عَنِ أَمَارَاتِهَا. قَالَ: “أَنْ تَلِدَ الْأَمَةُ رَبَّتَهَا، وَأَنْ تَرَى الْحُفَاةَ الْعُرَاةَ الْعَالَةَ رِعَاءَ الشَّاءِ يَتَطَاوَلُونَ فِي الْبُنْيَانِ”. ثُمَّ انْطَلَقَ، فَلَبِثْتُ مَلِيًّا، ثُمَّ قَالَ: “يَا عُمَرُ، أَتَدْرِي مَنِ السَّائِلُ؟” قُلْتُ: اللَّهُ وَرَسُولُهُ أَعْلَمُ. قَالَ: “فَإِنَّهُ جِبْرِيلُ أَتَاكُمْ يُعَلِّمُكُمْ دِينَكُمْ”. رَوَاهُ مُسْلِمٌ.

Meaning of Hadith No. 2

This Hadith teaches about the three main levels of religion in Islam:

1. Islam (Submission)

Islam means to submit to Allah. It involves performing certain actions. The Prophet (peace be upon him) explained that Islam is to:

1. Declare that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger (Shahada).
2. Establish the regular prayers (Salat).
3. Give charity to the poor (Zakat).
4. Fast during the month of Ramadan (Sawm).
5. Perform the pilgrimage to Makkah (Hajj), if one is able.

These five actions are known as the Pillars of Islam.

2. Iman (Faith)

Iman means to have faith and belief. It involves believing in certain things in the heart. The Prophet (peace be upon him) explained that Iman is to believe in:

1. Allah (God).
2. His Angels.
3. His Books (like the Qur’an, Torah, Gospel).
4. His Messengers (like Prophet Muhammad, Musa, Isa).
5. The Last Day (Day of Judgment).
6. Divine Decree (Qadar), both its good and bad.

These are the six Articles of Faith.

3. Ihsan (Excellence)

Ihsan means to worship Allah with excellence and sincerity. It is the highest level of worship. The Prophet (peace be upon him) explained that Ihsan is:

To worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you do not see Him, then know that He surely sees you.

This means always trying to do one’s best in worship and good deeds, knowing that Allah is always watching and aware of everything done.

The Hadith also mentions questions about the Hour (Day of Judgment) and its signs. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said that neither the questioner nor the questioned knew the exact time of the Hour, but he mentioned some signs. At the end, the Prophet (peace be upon him) told Umar that the visitor was Angel Jibreel, who came to teach them their religion.

Hadith No. 3: The Pillars of Islam

This Hadith is narrated by Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with him). It focuses specifically on the five main duties that form the foundation of Islam.

Arabic Text of Hadith No. 3:

عَنْ أَبِي عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عُمَرَ بْنِ الْخَطَّابِ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُمَا قَالَ: سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ يَقُولُ: “بُنِيَ الْإِسْلَامُ عَلَى خَمْسٍ: شَهَادَةِ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ، وَإِقَامِ الصَّلَاةِ، وَإِيتَاءِ الزَّكَاةِ، وَصَوْمِ رَمَضَانَ، وَحَجِّ الْبَيْتِ”. رَوَاهُ الْبُخَارِيُّ وَمُسْلِمٌ.

Meaning of Hadith No. 3

This Hadith means that Islam is built upon five strong pillars, just like a house is built on strong foundations. These pillars are essential for every Muslim.

The Five Pillars of Islam are:

1. Shahada (Declaration of Faith): This is saying with sincerity, “La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur Rasulullah,” which means “There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Messenger.” This is the most important pillar, as it is the entry into Islam.
2. Salat (Prayer): This is performing the five daily prayers at their fixed times. Prayer connects a Muslim directly with Allah and helps to remember Him throughout the day.
3. Zakat (Charity): This is giving a portion of one’s wealth to the poor and needy. It helps to purify wealth and supports those who are less fortunate.
4. Sawm (Fasting): This is fasting during the month of Ramadan, from dawn until sunset. Fasting teaches patience, self-control, and empathy for the poor.
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage): This is making the pilgrimage to the Ka’bah in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, once in a lifetime, for those who are physically and financially able to do so. Hajj brings Muslims from all over the world together.

These five pillars are the basic duties of a Muslim and help to strengthen faith and build a good community.

Memorising the Hadith

Memorising the Arabic text of Hadith Nos. 2 and 3 is an important skill for every Muslim learner. It helps to keep the teachings of the Prophet (peace be upon him) in the heart and mind.

The procedure for memorising the Hadith involves the following steps:

1. Read the Arabic text slowly and clearly many times.
2. Listen to a recording of the Hadith being recited correctly.
3. Repeat small parts of the Hadith until they are memorised, then join them together.
4. Practise reciting the Hadith regularly, alone and with others.
5. Understand the meaning of each part to help remember the words.

By memorising these Hadith, learners can carry the wisdom of the Prophet (peace be upon him) with them and apply it in their daily lives.