Ali ibn Abi Talib was a close companion of the Prophet who narrated many traditions, took part in the campaign of Khaibar, conveyed several religious rulings and described the Prophet’s prayer practices.
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Participation in the campaign of Khaibar
Ali remained behind the Prophet because of eye trouble but said, “How can I stay behind the Messenger of Allah?” and joined him before the battle of Khaibar.1The Prophet announced that the flag would be given to a man loved by Allah and His Apostle, identified Ali as that man, and cured his eyes by applying saliva.2,3
Narrated religious rulings
Ali narrated that the Prophet prohibited temporary marriage (mut‘ah) and the consumption of donkey meat during the campaign of Khaibar.4,5Ali reported that the Prophet prohibited wearing Qassi, garments dyed with safflower, gold rings, and reciting the Qur’an while bowing.6
Prayer practices and teachings
Ali narrated the Prophet’s supplication after rising from bowing: “Sami Allahi liman hamidal…,” praising Allah who listens to those who praise Him.7Ali reported that the Prophet taught it is Sunnah to eat something before leaving for Eid.8Ali narrated that the Prophet said things passing in front of a praying person do not break the prayer.9Ali described the Prophet’s hand movements and takbir during prayer, noting that the Prophet did not raise his hands while sitting.10
Personal anecdote
Ali said he received an old she‑camel as his share of the booty at Badr and later arranged with a goldsmith to sell it to help fund his wedding feast.11