The Prophet (ﷺ) advises delaying the Zuhr prayer until the heat of the day subsides, linking the intensity of heat to the flames of Hell. This hadith reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) concern for the comfort of his followers during prayer times and illustrates the importance of considering environmental conditions in religious practices.
Narrated in 14 sourcesSahih al-Bukhari #3125Sahih al-Bukhari #526Jami` at-Tirmidhi #157+11
Asr prayer during bright sunshine
In this hadith, Aishah recounts how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ prayed the 'Asr prayer while the sun was shining into her room. This illustrates the Prophet's commitment to prayer and his ability to adapt to circumstances, reinforcing the importance of timely prayer.
Narrated in 5 sourcesSunan Ibn Majah #417Sahih al-Bukhari #532Sahih al-Bukhari #2975+2
Afternoon Prayer During High Sunlight
This hadith illustrates the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ regarding the timing of the 'Asr prayer. Anas bin Malik narrates that the Prophet would perform this prayer while the sun was still high and hot, indicating a specific time frame for the prayer that allowed for flexibility in attendance, even for those who might be traveling to the suburbs of Al-Madinah.
Narrated in 3 sourcesSunan Ibn Majah #416Sahih al-Bukhari #7050Sahih al-Bukhari #538
Timing of Afternoon Prayer and Sunlight
In this hadith, 'A'isha, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), shares that he would perform the afternoon prayer while the sunlight was still present in her apartment. This illustrates the timing and conditions under which the Prophet performed his prayers.
Narrated in 2 sourcesSahih Muslim #1277Sahih Muslim #1279