Sunan Abu Dawud #3176

Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا الْقَعْنَبِيُّ، عَنْ مَالِكٍ، عَنْ يَحْيَى بْنِ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ وَاقِدِ بْنِ عَمْرِو بْنِ سَعْدِ بْنِ مُعَاذٍ الأَنْصَارِيِّ، عَنْ نَافِعِ بْنِ جُبَيْرِ بْنِ مُطْعِمٍ، عَنْ مَسْعُودِ بْنِ الْحَكَمِ، عَنْ عَلِيِّ بْنِ أَبِي طَالِبٍ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَامَ فِي الْجَنَائِزِ ثُمَّ قَعَدَ بَعْدُ ‏.‏
The Prophet (ﷺ) stood up for a funeral (to show respect) and thereafter he sat down.
Narrated by Narrated 'Ali bin Abi Talib:

Context

Ali ibn Abi Talib narrates that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) showed respect for the deceased by standing during funerals and then sitting down. This act emphasizes the importance of honoring those who have passed away and the etiquette surrounding funerals in Islam.

Modern Application

In modern times, showing respect during funerals and memorials is essential for honoring the deceased and supporting grieving families. This practice fosters a sense of community and compassion.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Respectful Communication and Prophetic Etiquette because it highlights the importance of showing respect and following proper conduct during significant life events.

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This hadith is #3176 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated 'Ali bin Abi Talib:.

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