Sahih al-Bukhari #3138
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs his followers about the appropriate times for prayer in relation to the sun's position. He emphasizes that prayers should be avoided during the moments of sunrise and sunset, as these times are associated with the devil. The takeaway is the importance of timing in prayer and the symbolic connection to spiritual awareness.
Modern Application
In today's fast-paced world, being mindful of the timing of our prayers can help us cultivate a deeper spiritual connection. Just as the Prophet (ﷺ) advised against praying at sunrise and sunset, we can reflect on the significance of our actions and their alignment with spiritual practices.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Etiquette because it provides specific guidance on the timing of prayers and reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) teachings on maintaining proper conduct in worship.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #3138 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Beginning of Creation. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Umar:.