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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 815 in the Book of The Book of Prayers.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 815 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Prayers), narrated by Abu Huraira reported:, states: "The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: When the Imam says:" Allah listens to him who praises Him." you should say:" O Allah, our Lord for Thee is the praise." for if what anyone says synchronises with what…"

The Book of Prayers

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ يَحْيَى، قَالَ قَرَأْتُ عَلَى مَالِكٍ عَنْ سُمَىٍّ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ إِذَا قَالَ الإِمَامُ سَمِعَ اللَّهُ لِمَنْ حَمِدَهُ ‏.‏ فَقُولُوا اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّنَا لَكَ الْحَمْدُ ‏.‏ فَإِنَّهُ مَنْ وَافَقَ قَوْلُهُ قَوْلَ الْمَلاَئِكَةِ غُفِرَ لَهُ مَا تَقَدَّمَ مِنْ ذَنْبِهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: When the Imam says:" Allah listens to him who praises Him." you should say:" O Allah, our Lord for Thee is the praise." for if what anyone says synchronises with what the angels say, his past sins will be forgiven.

Narrated by Abu Huraira reported:

Context

Abu Huraira narrates a hadith where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs the congregation on the response to the Imam during prayer. This interaction emphasizes the importance of synchronizing one's words with the angels, highlighting a unique spiritual connection that occurs during communal worship. The promise of forgiveness for those who align their praise with the angels adds a profound spiritual significance to the act of prayer.

Modern Application

During daily salah, worshippers can remember to respond appropriately when the Imam makes specific statements. This practice not only enhances their connection to the prayer but also serves as a reminder of the spiritual benefits associated with communal worship.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Supplication because it instructs worshippers on how to engage in prayer and supplication in a manner that aligns with divine approval.

Prayer Supplication