52/17. Chapter:
Sahih Muslim 2816h — Glad Tidings and Mercy
No One Will Enter Paradise By Virtue Of His Deeds, Rather By The Mercy Of Allah, Exalted Is He
Glad Tidings and Mercy Hadith Explained
Sahih Muslim : 2816h
Sahih MuslimHadith Number 2816h
حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَأَبُو كُرَيْبٍ قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مُعَاوِيَةَ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ وَزَادَ " وَأَبْشِرُوا " .
This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira through another chain of transmitters with this addition: " Give them glad tidings".
Reference : Sahih Muslim 2816hIn-book reference : Book 52, Hadith 73USC-MSA web (English) reference : Book 39, Hadith 6768
Summary of Sahih Muslim Hadith 2816h
This narration says that the hadith was narrated through another chain from Abu Huraira, with the added wording: “Give them glad tidings.” The report is linked to the theme that deeds alone do not bring salvation, while Allah’s mercy and grace are needed. The addition brings a hopeful tone. It does not mean people should ignore deeds, because the related wording tells believers to aim rightly and act with balance. Rather, the phrase “Give them glad tidings” reminds the listener not to fall into despair. A believer should do good, stay moderate, and keep hope in Allah’s mercy without becoming proud of personal deeds.
What we learn from this hadith
- This report adds the phrase “Give them glad tidings.”
- The added wording gives hope while keeping the main message intact.
- A believer should not despair when hearing that deeds alone do not save.
- Hope and humble action belong together.
