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Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1014

The Book on Jana''iz (Funerals)
Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ حُجْرٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا عِيسَى بْنُ يُونُسَ، عَنْ أَبِي بَكْرِ بْنِ أَبِي مَرْيَمَ، عَنْ رَاشِدِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ، عَنْ ثَوْبَانَ، قَالَ خَرَجْنَا مَعَ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي جَنَازَةٍ فَرَأَى نَاسًا رُكْبَانًا فَقَالَ ‏ "‏ أَلاَ تَسْتَحْيُونَ إِنَّ مَلاَئِكَةَ اللَّهِ عَلَى أَقْدَامِهِمْ وَأَنْتُمْ عَلَى ظُهُورِ الدَّوَابِّ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ وَفِي الْبَابِ عَنِ الْمُغِيرَةِ بْنِ شُعْبَةَ وَجَابِرِ بْنِ سَمُرَةَ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى حَدِيثُ ثَوْبَانَ قَدْ رُوِيَ عَنْهُ مَوْقُوفًا قَالَ مُحَمَّدٌ الْمَوْقُوفُ مِنْهُ أَصَحُّ ‏.‏
"We went with the Prophet (following) a funeral. He saw people riding so he said: 'Are you not ashamed? Indeed Allah's angels are on their feet, while you are on the backs of your beasts'"
Narrated by Thawban narrated:

Context

In this hadith, Thawban narrates an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) observed people riding during a funeral procession. He expressed his disapproval by highlighting the shame of being on their mounts while the angels of Allah stood in respect. This moment emphasizes the importance of showing respect during solemn occasions, particularly funerals, and serves as a reminder of the dignity of the deceased.

Modern Application

Today, this principle can be applied by ensuring that we show proper respect during funerals and memorial services. This includes participating in the procession on foot when possible, as a sign of honor for the deceased and their family, and being mindful of our behavior during such significant moments.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Respectful Communication because it illustrates the importance of showing respect and humility during funerals.

Respectful Communication

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About Jami` at-Tirmidhi

This hadith is #1014 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of The Book on Jana''iz (Funerals). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Thawban narrated:.

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