Mustadrak al Hakim Vol 5

Mustadrak al-Hakim – Volume 5

Volume 5 focuses on prophetic history, Islamic battles, virtues of the companions, and aspects of Islamic eschatology and spirituality.

Contents and Themes

Primary Focus

This volume addresses prophetic biography (Sirah), military expeditions, virtues of companions, and spiritual matters.

Major Sections

1. Book of Military Expeditions (Kitab al-Maghazi – Continuation)

• Major battles: Badr, Uhud, Khandaq (Trench)
• Conquest of Mecca
• Battle of Hunayn and Tabuk
• Smaller expeditions and raids
• Strategic decisions during campaigns
• Prophet’s leadership in warfare

2. Book of Merits (Kitab al-Fada’il)

Virtues of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)

• His noble character and conduct
• Miracles and signs of prophethood
• Physical descriptions
• His mercy and compassion
• His relationship with family and companions

Virtues of the Companions (Sahaba)

• The Rightly Guided Caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, Ali)
• The ten promised Paradise (Al-Asharah al-Mubashsharah)
• The Muhajirin (Emigrants from Mecca)
• The Ansar (Helpers of Medina)
• Individual companion biographies
• Women companions and their contributions

Virtues of Ahl al-Bayt

• The Prophet’s family members
• Fatimah, Hasan, and Husayn
• Wives of the Prophet (Mothers of Believers)

3. Book of Interpretation of the Quran (Beginning)

• Hadiths explaining Quranic verses
• Circumstances of revelation (Asbab al-Nuzul)
• Prophet’s commentary on Quranic passages
• Companion’s understanding of the Quran

4. Book of Supplications (Kitab al-Du’a)

• Prophetic supplications for various occasions
• Morning and evening remembrance
• Prayers for protection and guidance
• Du’as during hardship and prosperity

5. Book of Trials and Tribulations (Kitab al-Fitan)

• Signs of the end times
• Major tribulations facing the Muslim community
• Protection from discord
• Maintaining faith during difficult times

Special Features

• Rich historical narratives about early Islam
• Biographical details often not found in other collections
• Emphasis on spiritual development
• Connection between historical events and contemporary guidance

Historical Value

Volume 5 is invaluable for:

• Sirah (prophetic biography) studies
• Understanding companion relationships and hierarchies
• Tafsir (Quranic exegesis) research
• Islamic history and spirituality

Estimated Hadith Count

Approximately 2,000-2,500 hadiths in Volume 5