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Riyad as-Salihin 1757 (Book 17, Hadith 247) #38246
Prohibiting Prayer Facing Graves

SUMMARY: It is not permissible to offer prayer facing graves or sitting on them.

Abu Marthad Kannaz bin Husain (May Allah be pleased with him) said: I heard the Messenger of Allah saying: "Do not offer Salat (prayer) facing the graves and do not sit on them". Muslim.
عن أبي مرثد كناز بن الحصين رضي الله عنه قال‏:‏ سمعت رسول الله يقول‏:‏ ‏ "‏لا تصلوا إلى القبور، ولا تجلسوا عليها‏"‏ ‏(‏‏(‏رواه مسلم‏)‏‏)‏‏.‏

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grave  *  prohibit  *  salat  *  qabr  *  nahy

QUICK LESSONS:
Offer prayers respectfully without distraction from external factors such as graves or other people around you .

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith is narrated by Abu Marthad Kannaz bin Husain and it states that it is not permissible to offer prayer facing graves or sitting on them. This hadith teaches us the importance of respecting the dead and maintaining a certain level of reverence when in their presence. We should remember that we are all mortal and will one day join our ancestors in death. Therefore, we should treat the dead with respect as if they were still alive. Furthermore, this hadith also serves as a reminder for us to focus on our prayers and not be distracted by anything else while praying. We should ensure that our attention remains solely focused on Allah during prayer time so that we can reap its full benefits.

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