Sahih al-Bukhari #6870
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this narration, Muawiya expressed anger upon hearing that a king would arise from the Qahtan tribe. He addressed a gathering, warning against the spread of unauthentic narrations and emphasizing the importance of adhering to the teachings of the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). He cited the Prophet's (ﷺ) statement about the leadership remaining with the Quraish, underscoring the significance of following authentic sources in matters of faith and community.
Modern Application
This hadith serves as a reminder in contemporary discussions to prioritize authentic sources of information and teachings. In community settings, it encourages individuals to seek knowledge from credible sources and to be wary of misinformation that can lead to division.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Community and Prophetic Authority because it addresses the importance of authentic teachings and the role of the Prophet (ﷺ) in guiding the community.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #6870 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Judgments (Ahkaam). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Muhammad bin Jubair bin Mut`im:.