Sunan Abu Dawud #673
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 recounts an experience of Anas ibn Malik during the Friday prayer, where he and others were pushed towards the pillars due to the crowd. Anas recalls that during the time of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), they used to avoid forming rows between the pillars, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proper order in prayer. The takeaway is the significance of adhering to the established practices in communal worship.
Modern Application
In today's crowded mosques, especially during Friday prayers, it is essential to maintain the order of rows and avoid disrupting the prayer environment. This principle encourages worshippers to be mindful of their positioning and to respect the sanctity of the prayer space.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Friday Prayer (Jumu'ah) because it highlights the practice of maintaining proper order during communal prayers, as observed during the time of the Prophet (ﷺ).
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #673 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Prayer (Kitab Al-Salat). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated AbdulHamid ibn Mahmud:.