Sunan Abu Dawud #648
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith describes an incident during the conquest of Mecca when the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) prayed while placing his shoes to his left side. This action serves as a practical example of how the Prophet (ﷺ) conducted himself during prayer, providing guidance on the etiquette of prayer attire and the significance of maintaining cleanliness and order during worship.
Modern Application
In contemporary practice, this hadith reminds Muslims to be mindful of their attire and surroundings while praying. It encourages individuals to maintain cleanliness and respect for the prayer space, reflecting the dignity of the act of worship.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Islamic Dress Code because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) practice regarding the placement of shoes during prayer, highlighting the importance of cleanliness and proper conduct.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #648 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Prayer (Kitab Al-Salat). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abdullah ibn as-Sa'ib:.