English
In this hadith, the Prophet ﷺ describes a unique and distinguishing feature of his followers on the Day of Judgment. He will be the first to be allowed to prostrate, and the first to be permitted to raise his head. When he does, he will see before him and recognize his followers from among the nations. They will be identifiable by their distinct marks, such as the white marks of ablution (wudu), and their deeds will be evident as they will be given their deeds in their right hands. The Prophet ﷺ will also recognize their descendants walking before them. A companion asks how the Prophet ﷺ will recognize his followers among all the nations, and the Prophet ﷺ explains that their distinguishing marks from the effects of wudu will be visible, and no other nation will have this unique sign.
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- Candidate: Mishkat al-Masabih 300 (unverified) 50% confidence
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