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Sahih Muslim #777

The Book of Prayers
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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.

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَعَمْرٌو النَّاقِدُ، وَإِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، جَمِيعًا عَنْ سُفْيَانَ، - قَالَ أَبُو بَكْرٍ حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ بْنُ عُيَيْنَةَ، - عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، عَنْ مَحْمُودِ بْنِ الرَّبِيعِ، عَنْ عُبَادَةَ بْنِ الصَّامِتِ، يَبْلُغُ بِهِ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لاَ صَلاَةَ لِمَنْ لَمْ يَقْرَأْ بِفَاتِحَةِ الْكِتَابِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
He who does not recite Fatihat al-Kitab is not credited with having observed the prayer.
Narrated by 'Ubada b. as-Samit reported from the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him ):

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasizes the necessity of reciting the opening chapter of the Qur'an, Al-Fatiha, during prayer. This statement underscores the central role of this chapter in the validity of the prayer, highlighting its importance in Islamic worship.

Modern Application

For Muslims today, this hadith serves as a reminder of the essential components of prayer. Many ensure they recite Al-Fatiha correctly and with understanding, reflecting on its meaning as a vital part of their daily prayers.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Conduct because it highlights the critical role of reciting Al-Fatiha in prayer as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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This hadith is #777 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Prayers. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Ubada b. as-Samit reported from the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him ):.

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