Chapter 128 - Manners of Lying down on one's back and placing one leg upon the Other

Abdullah bin Zaid (Radhi Allahu Anhuma) reported: I saw The Messenger of Allah lying down on his back in the Masjid, placing one leg on the other. [Al-Bukhari and Muslim].

Jabir bin Samurah reported: After the Fajr (dawn) prayer the Prophet used to sit crossed legged in the same place in which he had prayed till the sun shone brightly. [Abu Dawud].


Commentary: This Hadith tells us that it is commendable to stay in the Masjid after offering Fajr prayer with the congregation until sunrise. It also commends sitting cross-legged.

Ibn `Umar (Radhi Allahu Anhuma) reported: I saw The Messenger of Allah sitting in the compound of the Holy Ka`bah, with the thighs against the stomach and arms around his legs. [Al-Bukhari].

Qailah bint Makhramah reported: I saw the Prophet seated with his arms enfolding his legs; and when I saw him in such a state of humble guise I trembled with fear due to the awe (he showed in that posture). [At-Tirmidhi].

Ash-Sharid bin Suwaid reported: The Messenger of Allah passed by me when I was sitting with my left hand behind my back and leaning on my palm. On seeing me in this posture he  said,

"Do you sit like those upon whom the Wrath of Allah has descended?''  [Abu Dawud].


Commentary: The Jews and Christians are the people upon whom came the Wrath of Allah. Muslims have been stopped from copying their example. But unfortunately they now take a pride in imitating them in every matter and think it necessary for worldly progress.