" There has come to you Ramadan in which the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of the fire are closed and the devils are chained up." (Sahih)Abu 'Abdur-Rahman said: this narration is a mistake.
The Book of Fasting - Sunan an-Nasa'i
A scholarly commentary on the virtues of Ramadan and the status of this narration in Islamic tradition.
Hadith Text Analysis
"There has come to you Ramadan in which the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of the fire are closed and the devils are chained up." This narration, while found in some collections including Sunan an-Nasa'i 2103, contains a disputed chain of transmission.
Scholarly Assessment
As noted by the narrator Abu 'Abdur-Rahman, this specific chain contains weaknesses. While the meaning aligns with established Ramadan virtues, classical scholars exercise caution with this particular transmission.
The broader principle - that Ramadan contains special divine mercy and protection from evil influences - remains valid through stronger narrations in Sahih al-Bukhari and Muslim.
Legal Implications
Despite the chain issue, the content encourages increased worship during Ramadan. The opening of paradise gates symbolizes divine mercy, while the chaining of devils represents reduced temptations, enabling greater spiritual focus.