Sahih Muslim #1533
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, Abdullah narrates a practice observed from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ regarding the direction one should turn after completing prayer. The emphasis is on avoiding giving any part of oneself to Satan, suggesting that one should primarily turn to the right. The Prophet ﷺ is noted to have occasionally turned to the left, indicating flexibility in practice.
Modern Application
This principle encourages mindfulness in our actions and decisions, reminding us to be aware of our inclinations and to strive for righteousness. In daily life, it can translate to making conscious choices that align with our values and avoiding paths that may lead us astray.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Conduct because it discusses the actions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in relation to prayer and his guidance on how to conduct oneself after performing it.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #1533 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Prayer - Travellers. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abdullah reported:.