"I met Thawban, the freed slave of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and said: "Tell me of an action that will benefit me or gain me admittance to Paradise.' He remained silent for a while, then he turned to me and said: 'You should prostrate, because I heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say: "There is no one who prostrated once to Allah, the Mighty and Sublime, except that Allah will raise him one degree in status thereby, and erase one sin thereby." Ma'dan said: "Then I met Abu Ad-Darda' and asked him the same question I had asked Thawban." He said to me: "You should prostrate, for I heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say: "There is no one who prostrates once to Allah (SWT), but Allah (SWT) will raise him one degree thereby and erase one sin thereby."
Narrated by Ma'dan bin Talha Al-Ya'muri said:
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the spiritual benefits of prostration. He states that each prostration raises a person's status and erases a sin, illustrating the profound impact of this act of worship. The conversation between companions about the significance of prostration reflects the desire for actions that lead to spiritual elevation and forgiveness.
Modern Application
When making dua or engaging in acts of worship, individuals can focus on the power of prostration as a means of seeking forgiveness and elevation in status. This understanding can motivate them to incorporate more prostrations into their prayers and daily worship.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Good Deeds and Reward of Deeds because it highlights the spiritual rewards associated with the act of prostration.
Is one who is devoutly obedient during periods of the night, prostrating and standing [in prayer], fearing the Hereafter and hoping for the mercy of his Lord, [like one who does not]? Say, "Are those who know equal to those who do not know?" Only they will remember [who are] people of understanding.
Say, [O Muhammad], "My Lord has ordered justice and that you maintain yourselves [in worship of Him] at every place [or time] of prostration, and invoke Him, sincere to Him in religion." Just as He originated you, you will return [to life] -
This hadith is #1141 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of The At-Tatbiq (Clasping One's Hands Together). It is graded Hasan and narrated by Ma'dan bin Talha Al-Ya'muri said:.
