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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 2924 in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2924 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Pilgrimage), narrated by Ibn Umar (Allah be pleased with him) reported that Allah's Messenger may peace be upon him) spent the night at Dhi Tuwa till it was dawn and then entered Mecca. 'Abdullah (b. 'Umar) himself did like it. And in the narration transmitted by Ibn Sa'ld (the words are):, states: "Until he obrerved the dawn prayer. Yahya (another narrator) said: Until it was dawn."

The Book of Pilgrimage

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، وَعُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، - وَهُوَ الْقَطَّانُ - عَنْ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ، أَخْبَرَنِي نَافِعٌ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم بَاتَ بِذِي طَوًى حَتَّى أَصْبَحَ ثُمَّ دَخَلَ مَكَّةَ ‏.‏ قَالَ وَكَانَ عَبْدُ اللَّهِ يَفْعَلُ ذَلِكَ ‏.‏ وَفِي رِوَايَةِ ابْنِ سَعِيدٍ حَتَّى صَلَّى الصُّبْحَ ‏.‏ قَالَ يَحْيَى أَوْ قَالَ حَتَّى أَصْبَحَ ‏.‏

Until he obrerved the dawn prayer. Yahya (another narrator) said: Until it was dawn.

Narrated by Ibn Umar (Allah be pleased with him) reported that Allah's Messenger may peace be upon him) spent the night at Dhi Tuwa till it was dawn and then entered Mecca. 'Abdullah (b. 'Umar) himself did like it. And in the narration transmitted by Ibn Sa'ld (the words are):

Context

This hadith narrates an event where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) spent the night at Dhi Tuwa before entering Mecca at dawn. This moment is significant as it highlights the importance of the Fajr prayer and the Prophet's adherence to it. Ibn Umar, the narrator, also followed this practice, indicating a tradition among the companions of the Prophet (ﷺ).

Modern Application

In today's context, the Fajr prayer serves as a reminder of the importance of starting the day with spiritual focus and discipline. Many Muslims strive to wake up early for this prayer, which can set a positive tone for the rest of the day, encouraging mindfulness and connection with God.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it relates to the rituals and practices surrounding the pilgrimage, emphasizing the significance of prayer during this sacred journey.

Hajj