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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 1305 in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 1305 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer) states: "This hadith that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to offer the afternoon prayer like the one narrated above has been transmitted by Anas b. Malik by another chain of transmitters."

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.

وَحَدَّثَنِي هَارُونُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ الأَيْلِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، أَخْبَرَنِي عَمْرٌو، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، ‏.‏ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ يُصَلِّي الْعَصْرَ بِمِثْلِهِ سَوَاءً ‏.‏

This hadith that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to offer the afternoon prayer like the one narrated above has been transmitted by Anas b. Malik by another chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith indicates that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) consistently performed the afternoon prayer in a manner that was well-documented by his companions. Anas b. Malik's narration emphasizes the importance of consistency in prayer practices, showcasing the Prophet's dedication to maintaining regular worship.

Modern Application

In modern life, establishing a consistent prayer routine can help individuals cultivate discipline and spirituality. By following the example of the Prophet, Muslims can enhance their connection to their faith through regular and dedicated worship.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it illustrates the importance of documenting the Prophet's practices and ensuring the continuity of Islamic rituals.

Hadith Transmission