This narration is frequently cited by scholars to explain the sanctity of the land of Karbala and is a primary source for the practice of prostrating on
While Al-Hakim is a master of hadith, many later scholars—notably Imam al-Dhahabi —critiqued parts of Al-Mustadrak for being too "lenient" in its authenticity gradings. For this specific page, the narration on misguidance is widely recognized in other collections (such as Sunan al-Tirmidhi ) and is a cornerstone of orthodox Sunni theology.
Al Mustadrak Imam Hakim -Urdu Translation - Internet Archive
Signs of the Hour: Volume 4 contains many narrations regarding the appearance of the Mahdi and the trials the Muslim community would face.
Al-Hakim al-Nishapuri, a 10th-century scholar, compiled the Mustadrak to prove that there were many authentic hadiths that Al-Bukhari and Muslim missed or omitted. Volume 4 is particularly notable as it moves into the later chapters of the work, covering topics such as the trials of the Ummah, the characteristics of the Sahaba, and legal rulings that provide deep insight into early Islamic jurisprudence. The Methodology of Al-Hakim al-hakim al-mustadrak vol. 4 p. 398
The significance of Al-Hakim al-Mustadrak lies in its contribution to the field of hadith studies. The book has been widely referenced and cited by Islamic scholars throughout history, and it continues to be an important resource for researchers today.
Detailings of his marriages within the Quraysh tribe versus alliances formed with outer Arabian tribes.
Al-Mustadrak: A Hadith Compilation Both Praised and Criticized
To bridge this gap, al-Hakim compiled over 8,000 narrations using five specific criteria: This narration is frequently cited by scholars to
Validates mainstream orthodoxy against isolated fringe movements or extremist cults. 4. Analytical Perspectives: Sunni vs. Shia Contexts
of the narrators in this chain (e.g., Abdallah bin Tawus). More commentary from Ibn Kathir on this specific incident.
The passage details a moment where the was handed a handful of soil from the land of Karbala by the Angel Gabriel (Jibreel). The Prophet then gave this soil to his wife, Umm Salama (RA) , with a specific prophecy: that the soil would turn into blood when Hussain was killed. Hadith Summary & Context
That vol. 4, p. 398 is identical in all prints. Truth: The page number shifts slightly between the Hyderabad (first edition) and the modern Beirut reprints. When citing, always specify the edition. The book has been widely referenced and cited
While variations exist between editions (Beirut 1990 vs. Hyderabad 1915), a consistent narration appearing on or near this page is often attributed to or Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman (RA) regarding the end of times. For example, one might find:
The specific reference corresponds to a famous prophetic tradition concerning the martyrdom of al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī (RA), the Prophet's grandson. The search results confirm this by linking the page number to the "Book of Dream Interpretation" (Kitāb Taʿbīr al-Ruʾyā), with the specific subsection: "The Dream of the Vial of al-Ḥusayn's Blood and His Soil (Turbah)". The full chain of narration (isnād) and text (matn) of the hadith as it appears on this page is as follows:
المستدرك على الصحيحين للحاكم (ط. الحرمين) | 44 | لا يجد ما يملأ بط
Whether you are a graduate student verifying a footnote, an imam preparing a sermon on the signs of the Hour, or a lay reader exploring the richness of prophetic traditions, turning to this page is an act of scholarly humility. It shows you the raw material of Islamic law and theology: the transmitted word, tested by rigorous critique, preserved through centuries, and laid open for honest inquiry.
This event is not isolated; it is corroborated by several other eminent scholars of the same tradition.
This narration is frequently cited by scholars to explain the sanctity of the land of Karbala and is a primary source for the practice of prostrating on
While Al-Hakim is a master of hadith, many later scholars—notably Imam al-Dhahabi —critiqued parts of Al-Mustadrak for being too "lenient" in its authenticity gradings. For this specific page, the narration on misguidance is widely recognized in other collections (such as Sunan al-Tirmidhi ) and is a cornerstone of orthodox Sunni theology.
Al Mustadrak Imam Hakim -Urdu Translation - Internet Archive
Signs of the Hour: Volume 4 contains many narrations regarding the appearance of the Mahdi and the trials the Muslim community would face.
Al-Hakim al-Nishapuri, a 10th-century scholar, compiled the Mustadrak to prove that there were many authentic hadiths that Al-Bukhari and Muslim missed or omitted. Volume 4 is particularly notable as it moves into the later chapters of the work, covering topics such as the trials of the Ummah, the characteristics of the Sahaba, and legal rulings that provide deep insight into early Islamic jurisprudence. The Methodology of Al-Hakim
The significance of Al-Hakim al-Mustadrak lies in its contribution to the field of hadith studies. The book has been widely referenced and cited by Islamic scholars throughout history, and it continues to be an important resource for researchers today.
Detailings of his marriages within the Quraysh tribe versus alliances formed with outer Arabian tribes.
Al-Mustadrak: A Hadith Compilation Both Praised and Criticized
To bridge this gap, al-Hakim compiled over 8,000 narrations using five specific criteria:
Validates mainstream orthodoxy against isolated fringe movements or extremist cults. 4. Analytical Perspectives: Sunni vs. Shia Contexts
of the narrators in this chain (e.g., Abdallah bin Tawus). More commentary from Ibn Kathir on this specific incident.
The passage details a moment where the was handed a handful of soil from the land of Karbala by the Angel Gabriel (Jibreel). The Prophet then gave this soil to his wife, Umm Salama (RA) , with a specific prophecy: that the soil would turn into blood when Hussain was killed. Hadith Summary & Context
That vol. 4, p. 398 is identical in all prints. Truth: The page number shifts slightly between the Hyderabad (first edition) and the modern Beirut reprints. When citing, always specify the edition.
While variations exist between editions (Beirut 1990 vs. Hyderabad 1915), a consistent narration appearing on or near this page is often attributed to or Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman (RA) regarding the end of times. For example, one might find:
The specific reference corresponds to a famous prophetic tradition concerning the martyrdom of al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī (RA), the Prophet's grandson. The search results confirm this by linking the page number to the "Book of Dream Interpretation" (Kitāb Taʿbīr al-Ruʾyā), with the specific subsection: "The Dream of the Vial of al-Ḥusayn's Blood and His Soil (Turbah)". The full chain of narration (isnād) and text (matn) of the hadith as it appears on this page is as follows:
المستدرك على الصحيحين للحاكم (ط. الحرمين) | 44 | لا يجد ما يملأ بط
Whether you are a graduate student verifying a footnote, an imam preparing a sermon on the signs of the Hour, or a lay reader exploring the richness of prophetic traditions, turning to this page is an act of scholarly humility. It shows you the raw material of Islamic law and theology: the transmitted word, tested by rigorous critique, preserved through centuries, and laid open for honest inquiry.
This event is not isolated; it is corroborated by several other eminent scholars of the same tradition.