Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 1055 in the Book of The Book of Prayers.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 1055 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Prayers) states: "This hadith has been narrated by Hisham b. 'Urwa with the same chain of transmitters except (with this difference) that the word mutawashshihan was used and not the word mushtamilan."

The Book of Prayers

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَاهُ أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَإِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، عَنْ وَكِيعٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا هِشَامُ بْنُ عُرْوَةَ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ غَيْرَ أَنَّهُ قَالَ مُتَوَشِّحًا ‏.‏ وَلَمْ يَقُلْ مُشْتَمِلاً ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated by Hisham b. 'Urwa with the same chain of transmitters except (with this difference) that the word mutawashshihan was used and not the word mushtamilan.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of precise language in the transmission of hadiths. It notes a subtle difference in wording between two narrators, which can affect the understanding of the message conveyed. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasized the accuracy of words, which is crucial for preserving the teachings of Islam.

Modern Application

In today's world, the precision of language is vital in communication. Misunderstandings can arise from slight variations in wording, whether in personal conversations or written texts. This hadith reminds us to be attentive to the words we use and their implications.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of accurate wording in the transmission of hadiths.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith