1408 – ʿAbd Allah narrated to us; Ahmad ibn Ibrahim narrated to us; Ali ibn Ishaq narrated to us; ʿAbd Allah ibn al-Mubarak narrated to us; ʿAsim al-Ahwal narrated to us; he related it from Abu Qilabah, who said:

Muslim ibn Yasar said, “When you are standing before Allah, you would love for Him to behold you in a state of reverent humility, so that your request may be granted.” He was asked, “Where, then, should one’s gaze rest during the prayer?” He replied, “At the place of prostration—no more.”