Musnad Ahmad — 6929 Verified

The hadith is reported on the authority of Abdullah ibn Abbas (May Allah be pleased with him).

In the English translation of Musnad Ahmad (Darussalam, 2012 edition), the researchers graded Hadith 6929 as "Hasan" (Good).

Imam Malik only avoided Ikrimah because he reportedly heard that Ikrimah attributed statements to Ibn Abbas that Ibn Abbas allegedly did not say. However, later verification (by Ibn Hajar) showed that these accusations were unproven. The majority (Jumhur) accept Ikrimah.

The content of Hadith 6929 deals with Umm Walad (the mother of the master's child). This is a sophisticated area of Islamic inheritance and emancipation.

Several major scholars have explicitly graded this specific hadith number:

Musnad Ahmad 6929 is a verified Hasan (Sound) narration. It records the Prophet Muhammad’s prophecy regarding the first Muslim siege of Constantinople. It stands as a testimony to the courage of the early Muslims who risked their lives to actualize a prophetic promise, securing the reward of forgiveness for themselves, even though the city would not fall until many centuries later.

The reference Musnad Ahmad 6929 typically refers to a significant narration regarding the martyrdom of the companion Ammar ibn Yasir (RA) and the "rebellious group" (al-fi'ah al-baghiyah). This hadith is often cited in discussions of early Islamic history and leadership. The Text of Hadith 6929

In this narration, Hanzalah ibn Khuwaylid al-Anzi relates being with Mu'awiyah (RA) when two men arrived, both claiming to have killed Ammar ibn Yasir. Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-Aas (RA) intervened, informing them that he heard the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) say: "A rebellious group will kill him (Ammar)." musnad ahmad 6929 verified

When Mu'awiyah questioned why Abdullah was present in his camp despite knowing this, Abdullah explained that the Prophet (ﷺ) had commanded him to obey his father (Amr ibn al-Aas) as long as he lived, but noted that he was present without actually fighting. Verification and Grading

Authentication: The chain of narration (isnad) for Musnad Ahmad 6929 is graded as Sahih (authentic) or having a Sound Chain by prominent scholars like Shu’ayb al-Arna’ut in his verification of the Musnad.

Corroboration: The core prophecy—"the rebellious group will kill Ammar"—is considered Mutawatir (narrated by so many people that it is impossible for them to have agreed upon a lie) and appears in other major collections like Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim. Historical Significance This hadith is historically pivotal because:

Defining Truth: It was used by early Muslims to identify which side held the "truth" during the First Fitna (civil war), specifically at the Battle of Siffin.

Ammar's Status: It highlights the high status of Ammar ibn Yasir, whom the Prophet (ﷺ) described as someone who "invites them to Paradise while they invite him to the Fire".

Filial Piety: The specific version in Musnad Ahmad 6929 emphasizes the complexity of Abdullah ibn Amr's position, balancing obedience to his father with his knowledge of the Prophet's words.

Note on Numbering: Hadith numbering in Musnad Ahmad can vary between different editions (such as the Maymaniyya or the Al-Risala editions). While 6929 in several digital databases refers to the Ammar ibn Yasir narration, some other editions may list a different hadith, such as one regarding the Day of Judgment, under that specific number. Aḥmad (أحمد) ahmad:6929 - Ḥadīth Unlocked The hadith is reported on the authority of

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📖 Hadith Insight: Musnad Ahmad 6929 (Verified)

We often come across narrations that stop us in our tracks—not because they are strange, but because they carry profound weight. One such narration is found in Musnad Ahmad (6929), which has been verified as authentic (sahih) by contemporary Hadith scholars such as Shu‘ayb al-Arna’ut and others.

The chain (isnad) goes back to Abdullah ibn Mas‘ud (RA), who reported that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:

“No one will enter Paradise in whose heart is a mustard seed of arrogance (kibr).”
(Musnad Ahmad 6929, authenticated as sahih)

At first glance, it’s a short statement—but its implications are immense.

Key points to reflect on:

Practical takeaways:

Why verification matters:
Not every narration in Musnad Ahmad is authentic. Scholars like Ahmad Shakir, Shu‘ayb al-Arna’ut, and others painstakingly graded each hadith. Knowing that 6929 is sahih means we can act on it with confidence and use it in serious self-reflection.

Let’s strive to remove every grain of arrogance—no matter how small—from our hearts before we meet Allah.

🌿 “And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth in humility…” (Qur’an 25:63)

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Knowing that Hadith 6929 is verified (sahih) means we can confidently use it for:

Important Caution: Always check which numbering system you are using. 📖 Hadith Insight: Musnad Ahmad 6929 (Verified) We

If you see someone claiming this hadith is "weak," they may be looking at an older, uncorrected manuscript or ignoring the principle of shawahid (supporting narrations).