Sahih al-Bukhari #898
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 illustrates the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the Friday Khutba, where he would alternate between standing and sitting. This method not only engaged the congregation but also provided a model for delivering sermons that are both effective and respectful of the audience's attention span.
Modern Application
In today's Friday Jumu'ah, this practice can inspire Imams to vary their delivery style, making sermons more engaging. It reminds the community that effective communication is key to maintaining interest and imparting knowledge during religious gatherings.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Friday Prayer (Jumu'ah) and Prophetic Etiquette because it reflects the Prophet's ﷺ approach to delivering sermons and engaging with the community.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #898 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Friday Prayer. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Umar:.