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Sahih Muslim #1744

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا دَاوُدُ بْنُ رُشَيْدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا طَلْحَةُ، عَنْ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي مُوسَى، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم لأَبِي مُوسَى ‏ "‏ لَوْ رَأَيْتَنِي وَأَنَا أَسْتَمِعُ لِقِرَاءَتِكَ الْبَارِحَةَ لَقَدْ أُوتِيتَ مِزْمَارًا مِنْ مَزَامِيرِ آلِ دَاوُدَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
If you were to see me, as I was listening to your recitation (of the Qur'an) yester-night (you would have felt delighted). You are in fact endowed with a sweet voice like that of David himself.
Narrated by Abu Burda narrated on the authority of Abu Musa that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) had said to Abu Musa:

Context

Abu Musa recounts the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expressing admiration for his recitation of the Qur'an, likening it to the melodious voice of David. This highlights the beauty of Qur'anic recitation and the appreciation for those who engage in it with sincerity and skill.

Modern Application

Today, many Muslims strive to improve their recitation of the Qur'an, often participating in classes or competitions. This pursuit not only enhances their skills but also deepens their connection to the text.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Quran because it emphasizes the beauty and significance of reciting the Qur'an with a pleasant voice.

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This hadith is #1744 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Prayer - Travellers. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Burda narrated on the authority of Abu Musa that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) had said to Abu Musa:.

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