What is Sunan Ibn Majah 656 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Establishing the Prayer and the Sunnah Regarding Them), narrated by It was narrated that Samurah bin Jundab said:, states: "“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) commanded us to greet our Imam with Salam, and to greet one another with Salam.”"

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 656 in the Book of Establishing the Prayer and the Sunnah Regarding Them.

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Sunan Ibn Majah #656

Establishing the Prayer and the Sunnah Regarding Them

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدَةُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ الْقَاسِمِ، أَنْبَأَنَا هَمَّامٌ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنِ الْحَسَنِ، عَنْ سَمُرَةَ بْنِ جُنْدُبٍ، قَالَ أَمَرَنَا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ أَنْ نُسَلِّمَ عَلَى أَئِمَّتِنَا وَأَنْ يُسَلِّمَ بَعْضُنَا عَلَى بَعْضٍ

“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) commanded us to greet our Imam with Salam, and to greet one another with Salam.”

Narrated by It was narrated that Samurah bin Jundab said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the importance of greeting our leaders and fellow Muslims with Salam. This instruction not only fosters a sense of community but also reflects respect and acknowledgment of one another's presence. The act of greeting is a fundamental aspect of Islamic etiquette, promoting unity and brotherhood among believers.

Modern Application

In daily salah, greeting the Imam and fellow worshippers with Salam can enhance the sense of community and connection within the mosque. This practice encourages a welcoming atmosphere, making it easier for individuals to engage with one another and build relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prayer and Respectful Greetings because it highlights the significance of greeting both the Imam and fellow Muslims during prayer.

Prayer Respectful Greetings