Sunan an-Nasa'i #2942
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, Umar ibn al-Khattab, a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, demonstrates the significance of the Black Stone during the pilgrimage. He kisses and touches the stone, recalling how the Prophet ﷺ treated it with reverence. This act emphasizes the importance of following the practices established by the Prophet ﷺ during Hajj, highlighting the connection between the rituals and the legacy of the Prophet ﷺ.
Modern Application
Today, many Muslims visiting the Kaaba during Hajj or Umrah strive to emulate the actions of the Prophet ﷺ, including kissing the Black Stone. This practice fosters a sense of unity and connection to the traditions of Islam, reminding pilgrims of the importance of their faith and the historical significance of their actions.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it illustrates a specific action taken by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the pilgrimage.
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About Sunan an-Nasa'i
This hadith is #2942 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Hajj. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Suwaid bin Ghafalah that Umar kissed the Black Stone and touched it, and said:.