Sunan Abu Dawud #1964
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
Az-Zuhri narrates that Uthman prayed four rak'ahs when he intended to settle in at-Ta'if, a practice that was later adopted by subsequent leaders. This hadith reflects the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) teachings on prayer and the flexibility allowed for those who are not traveling.
Modern Application
This principle emphasizes the importance of adapting prayer practices based on one's circumstances. In contemporary life, it reminds Muslims to be mindful of their situations and adjust their worship accordingly, ensuring they fulfill their spiritual duties.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Prophetic Practice because it illustrates the practice of prayer in specific contexts, highlighting the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #1964 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of The Rites of Hajj (Kitab Al-Manasik Wa'l-Hajj). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Az-Zuhri:.