Sunan Abu Dawud #446

Prayer (Kitab Al-Salat)
Shadh

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُؤَمَّلُ بْنُ الْفَضْلِ، حَدَّثَنَا الْوَلِيدُ، عَنْ حَرِيزٍ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ عُثْمَانَ - عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ صَالِحٍ، عَنْ ذِي، مِخْبَرِ بْنِ أَخِي النَّجَاشِيِّ فِي هَذَا الْخَبَرِ قَالَ فَأَذَّنَ وَهُوَ غَيْرُ عَجِلٍ ‏.‏
"He (Bilal) called for prayer unhurriedly."
Narrated by This tradition has also been transmitted through another chain of narrators by Dhu Mikhbar, the nephew of the Negus. This version adds:

Context

This narration highlights the calmness and composure of Bilal, the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) muezzin, as he calls for prayer. The emphasis on calling for prayer without haste suggests the importance of maintaining tranquility and focus during religious duties, especially in a community setting.

Modern Application

In modern life, this hadith encourages Muslims to approach their religious obligations with calmness and patience. It serves as a reminder to create a peaceful environment for prayer and community gatherings.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer because it illustrates the manner in which the call to prayer should be made.

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #446 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Prayer (Kitab Al-Salat). It is graded Shadh and narrated by This tradition has also been transmitted through another chain of narrators by Dhu Mikhbar, the nephew of the Negus. This version adds:.

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