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Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 1744 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Qiyam Al-Lail (The Night Prayer) and Voluntary Prayers During the Day), narrated by 'Ata bin As-Sa'ib reported from Sa'eed bin Abdur-Rahman bin Abza from his father:, states: "That the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to recite in witr: Glorify the Name of your Lord, the Most High;" and "Say: O you disbelievers!;' and 'Say: He is Allah, (the) One.'""

The Book of Qiyam Al-Lail (The Night Prayer) and Voluntary Prayers During the Day

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

أَخْبَرَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ الصَّبَّاحِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا الْحَسَنُ بْنُ حَبِيبٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا رَوْحُ بْنُ الْقَاسِمِ، عَنْ عَطَاءِ بْنِ السَّائِبِ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ أَبْزَى، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ يَقْرَأُ فِي الْوِتْرِ بِـ ‏{‏ سَبِّحِ اسْمَ رَبِّكَ الأَعْلَى ‏}‏ وَ ‏{‏ قُلْ يَا أَيُّهَا الْكَافِرُونَ ‏}‏ وَ ‏{‏ قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ ‏}‏

That the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to recite in witr: Glorify the Name of your Lord, the Most High;" and "Say: O you disbelievers!;' and 'Say: He is Allah, (the) One.'"

Narrated by 'Ata bin As-Sa'ib reported from Sa'eed bin Abdur-Rahman bin Abza from his father:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) shares the specific surahs he would recite during the witr prayer. This practice highlights the importance of intentionality in prayer and the use of specific verses to enhance spiritual reflection. It serves as a guide for Muslims in their own prayer practices.

Modern Application

Reciting specific surahs during witr can enrich one's prayer experience, allowing for deeper reflection and connection with the meanings of the verses. This practice can inspire individuals to explore the Quran further and integrate its teachings into their daily lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer because it provides insight into the recommended recitations during the witr prayer.

Prayer