Sahih al-Bukhari #4841

Virtues of the Qur'an
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عَمْرُو بْنُ عَاصِمٍ، حَدَّثَنَا هَمَّامٌ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، قَالَ سُئِلَ أَنَسٌ كَيْفَ كَانَتْ قِرَاءَةُ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم‏.‏ فَقَالَ كَانَتْ مَدًّا‏.‏ ثُمَّ قَرَأَ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ، يَمُدُّ بِبِسْمِ اللَّهِ، وَيَمُدُّ بِالرَّحْمَنِ، وَيَمُدُّ بِالرَّحِيمِ‏.‏
Anas was asked, "How was the recitation (of the Qur'an) of the Prophet?' He replied, "It was characterized by the prolongation of certain sounds." He then recited: In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful prolonging the pronunciation of 'In the Name of Allah, 'the most Beneficent,' and 'the Most Merciful.
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Context

In this hadith, Anas describes the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) recitation style, characterized by the prolongation of certain sounds. This highlights the beauty and artistry of Quranic recitation, as well as the importance of delivering the message of the Quran with care and attention to detail.

Modern Application

Today, this principle can encourage individuals to appreciate the beauty of Quranic recitation and to practice it with care. It highlights the importance of engaging with the Quran in a way that honors its message and enhances one's spiritual experience.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Quran and Prophetic Teachings because it emphasizes the significance of the Quran and the manner in which it should be recited.

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This hadith is #4841 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Virtues of the Qur'an. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Qatada:.

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