Sahih al-Bukhari #619
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, `Aun bin Abi Juhaifa narrates observing Bilal, the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) muezzin, as he pronounced the Adhan. Bilal's actions of turning his face from side to side while calling to prayer illustrate the importance of the Adhan in Islamic practice and the role of the muezzin in inviting the community to worship.
Modern Application
Today, the Adhan continues to play a crucial role in Muslim communities, reminding individuals of the importance of prayer and community worship. Observing the Adhan can inspire a sense of unity and collective spirituality.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Conduct because it highlights the practice of calling to prayer and the manner in which it is performed.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #619 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Call to Prayers (Adhaan). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Aun bin Abi Juhaifa:.