Riyad as-Salihin, 1748
Anas (May Allah be pleased with him) said:
Once the Prophet (ﷺ) delayed the 'Isha' (night) prayer till midnight. He (ﷺ) turned to us after the prayer and said, "All the people slept after offering their prayers, but you who waited, will be accounted as if you were engaged in your prayer throughout the period." <b>[Al- Bukhari]</b>.
وعن أنس رضي الله عنه أنهم انتظروا النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم ، فجاءهم قريبًا من شطر الليل فصلى بهم، يعني العشاء، قال: ثم خطبنا فقال:
ألا إن الناس قد صلوا. ثم رقدوا، وإنكم لن تزالوا في صلاة ما انتظرتم الصلاة
((رواه البخاري)).
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 17, Hadith 238
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) It is recommended to delay the ‘Ishā’ prayer sometimes, unless it is difficult for people praying in congregation in the mosque.<br>
2) It shows the bounty of Allah Almighty towards His servants, as He gives them reward as long as they are waiting for performing an act of worship.