Paradise, or Jannah, holds a central place in Islamic teachings. It is described as a place of eternal bliss, joy, and rewards that are beyond human comprehension. In these hadiths, we see glimpses of the unimaginable beauty and comfort prepared for the righteous. The hadiths not only describe the bounties of Paradise but also the hardships one must endure to reach it. Through each hadith, we gather important lessons about the qualities and deeds required for those who wish to attain Paradise. The following content covers a series of hadiths that provide profound insights into the concept of Jannah, its rewards, and what awaits the believers.
The Path to Paradise and Hell
Hadith in English
“Anas b. Malik reported: That Paradise is surrounded by hardships, and the Hellfire is surrounded by temptations.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, Hadith 6778)”
Hadith in Urdu
“حضرت انس بن مالک رضی اللہ عنہ نے فرمایا: جنت کو مصیبتوں سے گھیر لیا گیا ہے اور جہنم کو خواہشات سے گھیر لیا گیا ہے۔
(صحیح مسلم، کتاب 40، حدیث 6778)”
Hadith in Arabic
“عَنْ أَنَسٍ بْنِ مَالِكٍ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ، قَالَ: حُفَّتِ الْجَنَّةُ بِالْمَكَارِهِ، وَحُفَّتِ النَّارُ بِالشَّهَوَاتِ.
(صحيح مسلم، كتاب 40، حديث 6778)”
Key Lessons from the Hadith
The Difficulty of the Path to Paradise
Paradise is surrounded by trials and hardships. This serves as a reminder that the path to eternal success requires patience, sacrifice, and effort. The tests we face in life are meant to shape us into individuals deserving of Allah’s highest rewards.
The Danger of Temptation
Hell is surrounded by temptations, indicating that indulging in worldly desires without restraint can lead to eternal loss. This hadith stresses the importance of self-control and avoiding sinful actions that might seem appealing in the short term but have severe consequences.
The Unseen Rewards of Paradise
Hadith in English
“Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) as saying: Allah, the Exalted and Glorious, said: I have prepared for My pious servants that which no eye has ever seen, no ear has ever heard, and no human heart has ever perceived.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, Hadith 6780)”
Hadith in Urdu
“حضرت ابو ہریرہ رضی اللہ عنہ نے فرمایا: اللہ تعالی نے فرمایا ہے کہ میں نے اپنے نیک بندوں کے لیے ایسی نعمتیں تیار کی ہیں جو نہ کسی آنکھ نے دیکھی ہیں، نہ کسی کان نے سنی ہیں اور نہ ہی کسی دل نے ان کا تصور کیا ہے۔
(صحیح مسلم، کتاب 40، حدیث 6780)”
Hadith in Arabic
“عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ، قَالَ: قَالَ اللَّهُ تَعَالَى: أَعْدَدْتُ لِعِبَادِيَ الصَّالِحِينَ مَا لَا عَيْنٌ رَأَتْ، وَلَا أُذُنٌ سَمِعَتْ، وَلَا خَطَرَ عَلَى قَلْبِ بَشَرٍ.
(صحيح مسلم، كتاب 40، حديث 6780)“
Key Lessons from the Hadith
The Unique Blessings of Paradise
The hadith reveals that the rewards awaiting the pious are beyond human imagination. This serves as a powerful motivator for believers to strive for righteousness, knowing that the reward is not comparable to anything in this world.
Encouragement for Believers
By describing Paradise as an unimaginable realm of beauty and comfort, the hadith encourages Muslims to endure the struggles of life with the hope of attaining this reward.
The Vastness of Paradise
Hadith in English
“Sahl b. Sa’d as-Sa’idi reported that Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) said: In Paradise, there is a tree under the shadow of which a rider can travel for a hundred years without covering the distance completely.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, Hadith 6786)”
Hadith in Urdu
“حضرت سہل بن سعد رضی اللہ عنہ نے فرمایا: جنت میں ایک درخت ہے جس کے سائے تلے ایک سوار سو سال تک سفر کرے گا مگر وہ سائے کا فاصلہ طے نہیں کر پائے گا۔
(صحیح مسلم، کتاب 40، حدیث 6786)”
Hadith in Arabic
“عَنْ سَهْلِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ السَّاعِدِيِّ، قَالَ: فِي الْجَنَّةِ شَجَرَةٌ يَسِيرُ الرَّاكِبُ فِي ظِلِّهَا مِائَةَ عَامٍ وَلَا يَقْطَعُهَا.
(صحيح مسلم، كتاب 40، حديث 6786)”
Key Lessons from the Hadith
The Immensity of Paradise
The vastness of Paradise is highlighted through this imagery of a tree so large that its shadow spans a hundred years of travel. This description serves to emphasize that the rewards of Paradise are infinite and boundless.
Allah’s Generosity
The hadith reminds us of Allah’s limitless generosity. The size and grandeur of the blessings in Paradise reflect His mercy and the bounties that await those who lead righteous lives.
The Pleasure of Allah
Hadith in English
“Abu Sa’id al-Khudri reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Allah would say to the inmates of Paradise: O dwellers of Paradise! They would respond: At your service, O Lord. He would then ask: Are you pleased? They would reply: Why should we not be pleased when You have given us what no one else has received? He would then say: Shall I not give you something even more excellent? They would say: O Lord, what could be better than this? He would then reply: I shall bestow My eternal pleasure upon you, and I shall never be displeased with you again.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, Hadith 6787)”
Hadith in Urdu
“حضرت ابو سعید خدری رضی اللہ عنہ نے فرمایا: اللہ تعالی جنت والوں سے فرمائے گا: اے جنت کے رہنے والو! وہ جواب دیں گے: ہم حاضر ہیں، اے ہمارے رب! پھر اللہ پوچھے گا: کیا تم مجھ سے خوش ہو؟ وہ کہیں گے: اے ہمارے رب، ہم کیوں خوش نہ ہوں، جب تو نے ہمیں ایسی نعمتیں دی ہیں جو کسی اور کو نہیں ملیں؟ اللہ فرمائے گا: کیا میں تمہیں اس سے بھی زیادہ عطا نہ کروں؟ وہ کہیں گے: اے رب، اس سے زیادہ کیا ہو سکتا ہے؟ تب اللہ فرمائے گا: میں تم پر اپنی رضا مندی نازل کروں گا اور کبھی ناراض نہ ہوں گا۔
(صحیح مسلم، کتاب 40، حدیث 6787)”
Hadith in Arabic
“عَنْ أَبِي سَعِيدٍ الْخُدْرِيِّ، قَالَ: قَالَ اللَّهُ تَعَالَى: يَا أَهْلَ الْجَنَّةِ، يَقُولُونَ: لَبَّيْكَ رَبَّنَا، فَيَقُولُ: أَرَضِيتُمْ؟ يَقُولُونَ: وَمَا لَنَا لَا نَرْضَى، وَقَدْ أَعْطَيْتَنَا مَا لَمْ تُعْطِ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ؟ فَيَقُولُ: أَحِلُّ عَلَيْكُمْ رِضْوَانِي فَلَا أَسْخَطُ عَلَيْكُمْ بَعْدَهُ أَبَدًا.
(صحيح مسلم، كتاب 40، حديث 6787)”
Key Lessons from the Hadith
The Ultimate Reward
While Paradise is filled with countless physical and spiritual pleasures, the highest reward is earning the pleasure of Allah. The hadith emphasizes that Allah’s eternal pleasure is greater than all the material rewards combined.
Eternal Satisfaction
The exchange between Allah and the inhabitants of Paradise highlights the ultimate fulfilment of the believers. The satisfaction of knowing they will never face Allah’s displeasure again provides a sense of eternal security and joy.
Conclusion
The hadiths in Paradise offer profound insights into the rewards awaiting those who lead righteous lives. These hadiths encourage us to persevere through life’s trials, avoid temptations, and seek the eternal pleasures of Paradise. Each hadith serves as a reminder of the mercy and generosity of Allah and the unimaginable rewards He has prepared for the believers. Through the teachings of these hadiths, we are inspired to strive for Jannah, knowing that its rewards far exceed anything this world can offer.