that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "I am the master of the children of Adam on the Day of Judgement, and I am not boasting. The Banner of Praise will be in my hand, and I am not boasting. There will not be a Prophet on that day, not Adam nor anyone other than him, except that he will be under my banner. And I am the first one for whom the earth will be opened for, and I am not bragging."
Hadith Text
"I am the master of the children of Adam on the Day of Judgement, and I am not boasting. The Banner of Praise will be in my hand, and I am not boasting. There will not be a Prophet on that day, not Adam nor anyone other than him, except that he will be under my banner. And I am the first one for whom the earth will be opened for, and I am not bragging."
Source Reference
Book: Chapters on Virtues
Author: Jami' at-Tirmidhi
Hadith: Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3615
Commentary on Leadership
The Prophet's declaration of being "master of the children of Adam" signifies his ultimate intercessory role on Judgment Day. Scholars explain this mastery refers to his position as the leader of all humanity when they stand before Allah, and his unique role as the intercessor when no other prophet can intercede.
The Banner of Praise
The "Banner of Praise" (Liwa' al-Hamd) represents the standard under which all believers will gather. Classical commentators state this banner will be given specifically to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ because he will be the one to praise Allah with comprehensive praises that no other creation can match on that tremendous day.
Unity of Prophets
When the Prophet states that all prophets including Adam will be under his banner, this demonstrates the finality of his prophethood and his supreme rank among Allah's messengers. This unity under one banner symbolizes the completion of the divine message through Muhammad ﷺ.
First Resurrection
Being "the first one for whom the earth will be opened" refers to the honor of being the first to be resurrected on Judgment Day. Scholars mention this is a special distinction showing his precedence over all creation in the resurrection, reflecting his elevated status with Allah.
Rejection of Boasting
The repeated phrase "and I am not boasting" emphasizes that these honors are divine gifts from Allah, not self-proclaimed achievements. This teaches humility while acknowledging divine blessings, showing that the Prophet ﷺ attributed all excellence to Allah's grace.