Sahih Muslim #2107

The Book of Prayer - Funerals
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عُثْمَانُ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ سُهَيْلِ بْنِ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي سَعِيدٍ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ إِذَا اتَّبَعْتُمْ جَنَازَةً فَلاَ تَجْلِسُوا حَتَّى تُوضَعَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
When you follow a bier, do not sit until it is placed on the (ground).
Narrated by It is narrated on the authority of Abu Sa'id al-Khudri that the Prophet (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs that one should not sit until a bier is placed on the ground during a funeral procession. This guidance emphasizes the respect and decorum required in funeral rites, highlighting the significance of honoring the deceased.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this hadith serves as a reminder to approach funerals with the utmost respect. It encourages individuals to observe proper etiquette during such solemn occasions, reinforcing the importance of honoring those who have passed.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Funeral Rites because it provides specific guidance on behavior during a funeral procession, emphasizing respect for the deceased.

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This hadith is #2107 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Prayer - Funerals. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It is narrated on the authority of Abu Sa'id al-Khudri that the Prophet (ﷺ) said:.

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