Sunan an-Nasa'i #1948

The Book of Funerals
Hasan

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

أَخْبَرَنِي أَحْمَدُ بْنُ بَكَّارٍ الْحَرَّانِيُّ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا بِشْرُ بْنُ السَّرِيِّ، عَنْ سَعِيدٍ الثَّقَفِيِّ، عَنْ عَمِّهِ، زِيَادِ بْنِ جُبَيْرِ بْنِ حَيَّةَ عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ الْمُغِيرَةِ بْنِ شُعْبَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ الرَّاكِبُ خَلْفَ الْجَنَازَةِ وَالْمَاشِي حَيْثُ شَاءَ مِنْهَا وَالطِّفْلُ يُصَلَّى عَلَيْهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"The Messenger of Allah said: "The rider should travel behind the Janazah and the pedestrian may travel wherever he wishes, and the (funeral) prayer should be offered for a child."'
Narrated by It was narrated that Al-Mughirah bin Shu'bah said:

Context

Al-Mughirah bin Shu'bah reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) provided guidance on the proper etiquette during funeral processions. He instructed that the rider should follow behind the funeral, while pedestrians could walk as they wish. This illustrates the importance of respect and decorum during such solemn occasions.

Modern Application

During funerals today, people often follow these guidelines to show respect for the deceased and their family. This practice fosters a sense of community and shared grief, allowing individuals to support one another during difficult times.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Funeral Rites and Treatment of the Dead because it provides specific instructions on the conduct during funeral processions.

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This hadith is #1948 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Funerals. It is graded Hasan and narrated by It was narrated that Al-Mughirah bin Shu'bah said:.

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