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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 1105 in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 1105 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer), narrated by Zaid b. Arqam reported:, states: "We used to talk while engaged in prayer and a person talked with a companion on his side in prayer till (this verse) was revealed:" And stand before Allah in devout obedience" (ii, 238) and we were co…"

The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ يَحْيَى، أَخْبَرَنَا هُشَيْمٌ، عَنْ إِسْمَاعِيلَ بْنِ أَبِي خَالِدٍ، عَنِ الْحَارِثِ بْنِ شُبَيْلٍ، عَنْ أَبِي عَمْرٍو الشَّيْبَانِيِّ، عَنْ زَيْدِ بْنِ أَرْقَمَ، قَالَ كُنَّا نَتَكَلَّمُ فِي الصَّلاَةِ يُكَلِّمُ الرَّجُلُ صَاحِبَهُ وَهُوَ إِلَى جَنْبِهِ فِي الصَّلاَةِ حَتَّى نَزَلَتْ ‏{‏ وَقُومُوا لِلَّهِ قَانِتِينَ‏}‏ فَأُمِرْنَا بِالسُّكُوتِ وَنُهِينَا عَنِ الْكَلاَمِ ‏.‏

We used to talk while engaged in prayer and a person talked with a companion on his side in prayer till (this verse) was revealed:" And stand before Allah in devout obedience" (ii, 238) and we were commanded to observe silence (in prayer) and were forbidden to speak.

Narrated by Zaid b. Arqam reported:

Context

Zaid b. Arqam narrates that during prayer, companions would sometimes speak to each other until a verse was revealed instructing them to maintain silence. This hadith emphasizes the importance of focus and devotion during prayer, as the Prophet (ﷺ) reinforced the command to stand before Allah in silence.

Modern Application

In daily salah, individuals can strive to maintain silence and focus, avoiding distractions and conversations. This enhances the spiritual experience and connection with Allah during prayer.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Conduct because it highlights the transition from speaking during prayer to a state of focused worship, reflecting the Prophet's (ﷺ) guidance.

Prayer Prophetic Conduct