The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "There will be no town which Ad-Dajjal will not enter except Mecca and Medina, and there will be no entrance (road) (of both Mecca and Medina) but the angels will be standing in rows guarding it against him, and then Medina will shake with its inhabitants thrice (i.e. three earthquakes will take place) and Allah will expel all the non-believers and the hypocrites from it."
Hadith Text
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "There will be no town which Ad-Dajjal will not enter except Mecca and Medina, and there will be no entrance (road) (of both Mecca and Medina) but the angels will be standing in rows guarding it against him, and then Medina will shake with its inhabitants thrice (i.e. three earthquakes will take place) and Allah will expel all the non-believers and the hypocrites from it."
Source Reference
Sahih al-Bukhari 1881 - Book: Virtues of Madinah
Commentary on Divine Protection
This noble hadith establishes the unique sanctity of Mecca and Medina as the only two cities protected from the entry of Dajjal, the false messiah. The angels standing guard at every entrance demonstrate Allah's special care for these holy cities, which serve as centers of Islamic faith and learning.
The Purification of Medina
The three tremors mentioned represent a divine purification process. Scholars explain this as Allah's mercy to cleanse Medina of hypocrisy and disbelief before the final hour, ensuring the city remains pure for the true believers. This echoes the Prophet's description of Medina as a furnace that removes impurities.
Scholarly Insights
Classical commentators note that this protection applies specifically to Dajjal's physical entry, not his influence. The shaking and purification indicate that while the cities are physically protected, spiritual purification remains necessary. This hadith also emphasizes Medina's status as the Prophet's city of migration and a sanctuary of faith.