What is Sahih al-Bukhari 2891 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Fighting for the Cause of Allah (Jihaad)) states: "As above (hadith 3012)"

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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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Sahih al-Bukhari #2891

Fighting for the Cause of Allah (Jihaad)

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

وَعَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ عُبَيْدَ اللَّهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، حَدَّثَنَا الصَّعْبُ، فِي الذَّرَارِيِّ كَانَ عَمْرٌو يُحَدِّثُنَا عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فَسَمِعْنَاهُ مِنَ الزُّهْرِيِّ، قَالَ أَخْبَرَنِي عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، عَنِ الصَّعْبِ، قَالَ ‏"‏ هُمْ مِنْهُمْ ‏"‏ وَلَمْ يَقُلْ كَمَا قَالَ عَمْرٌو ‏"‏ هُمْ مِنْ آبَائِهِمْ ‏"‏‏.‏

As above (hadith 3012)

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge and authenticity in hadith narration. It emphasizes the importance of reliable sources and the integrity of the narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The chain of narration is crucial for establishing the credibility of hadith.

Modern Application

In our modern world, the importance of verifying information and ensuring credible sources is paramount. This hadith encourages individuals to seek reliable knowledge and to be cautious about the information they share, especially in an age of misinformation.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of maintaining a trustworthy chain of narrators to ensure the reliability of religious teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith