Follow what has been taught by Prophet Muhammad as closely as possible in order to gain maximum reward from our prayers .

This hadith is about the proper way of performing prayer according to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It was narrated by Ibn Umar that he saw the Messenger of Allah stand up for prayer and raise his hands until they were in line with his shoulders. He then said the takbir, which is a phrase meaning “God is great”. He repeated this action when he said the takbir before bowing and again when he raised his head from bowing while saying “Sami Allahu liman hamidah” which means “Allah hears those who praise Him”. However, it was not done during prostration. This hadith teaches us that we should be mindful of our actions while praying and follow what has been taught by Prophet Muhammad as closely as possible in order to gain maximum reward from our prayers.