Sahih Muslim #441
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith features 'Abdullah bin 'Umar recounting the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) teachings about the acceptance of prayer and charity. The Prophet emphasizes that prayer is not accepted without purification and that charity must come from lawful sources. This highlights the ethical dimensions of worship and the importance of sincerity in acts of devotion.
Modern Application
In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to ensure that their acts of worship are performed with sincerity and in accordance with Islamic guidelines. It serves as a reminder to reflect on the sources of one's income and the intentions behind charitable acts.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Charity and Purification (Wudu/Taharah) because it discusses the necessity of purification for prayer and the ethical considerations surrounding charitable acts.
Related Ayahs
Common Words
Related Hadiths
About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #441 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Purification. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Simak bin Harb, that Mus'ab bin Sa'd said:.