Riyad as-Salihin, 1045
Hadith text · Matn
عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم قال:
الصلوات الخمس، والجمعة إلى الجمعة، كفارة لما بينهن، ما لم تغشَ الكبائر
((رواه مسلم)).
English translation
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "The five (daily) Salat (prayers) and the Friday (prayer) to the Friday (prayer) expiate whatever (minor sins) may be committed in between, so long as major sins are avoided." <b>[Muslim]</b>.
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 8, Hadith 55
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) Major sins are only expiated by separate repentance. Minor sins, on the other hand, are expiated by prayers and other acts of worship.<br>
2) Recognizing the high status of Friday prayer and other congregational prayers, as they are means for bringing mercy and forgiveness of sins.