Sahih al-Bukhari #3423
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith describes a situation where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) was preparing to lead the 'Asr prayer, but the people could not find water for ablution. In response, the Prophet (ﷺ) was provided with water, and he demonstrated the act of ablution by placing his hand in the pot, from which water miraculously flowed. This event highlights the importance of purification before prayer and the miraculous nature of the Prophet's actions.
Modern Application
In today's context, performing wudu is a significant ritual for Muslims before prayer. This hadith reminds us of the importance of cleanliness and preparation for worship, encouraging individuals to find ways to maintain their spiritual practices even in challenging circumstances.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Purification (Wudu/Taharah) because it emphasizes the necessity of ablution before prayer and illustrates the miraculous provision of water by the Prophet (ﷺ).
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #3423 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Anas bin Malik:.