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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 1738 in the Book of The Book of Prayer - Travellers.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 1738 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Prayer - Travellers), narrated by This hadith has been narrated by Ibn Shihab with the same chain of transmitters with words:, states: "" As He listens to a Prophet reciting the Qur'an in a sweet voice.""

The Book of Prayer - Travellers

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي حَرْمَلَةُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، أَخْبَرَنِي يُونُسُ، ح وَحَدَّثَنِي يُونُسُ، بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، أَخْبَرَنِي عَمْرٌو، كِلاَهُمَا عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ قَالَ ‏ "‏ كَمَا يَأْذَنُ لِنَبِيٍّ يَتَغَنَّى بِالْقُرْآنِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

" As He listens to a Prophet reciting the Qur'an in a sweet voice."

Narrated by This hadith has been narrated by Ibn Shihab with the same chain of transmitters with words:

Context

This hadith emphasizes the beauty of reciting the Qur'an, as reported by Ibn Shihab. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is described as listening to a Prophet reciting the Qur'an in a melodious voice. This highlights the spiritual and aesthetic dimensions of Qur'anic recitation, encouraging believers to appreciate its beauty and significance.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle encourages individuals to engage with the Qur'an not only as a religious text but also as a source of beauty and inspiration. Listening to Qur'anic recitations can uplift the spirit and enhance one's connection to faith.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Quran because it underscores the importance of the Qur'an and its recitation, particularly in a manner that is pleasing and melodious.

Quran