Is this hadith authentic?

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

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 130 in the Book of The Book of Faith.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 130 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Faith) states: "Abdullah b. Mu'adh narrated from the Apostle (may peace and blessings be upon him) a hadith like this on the authority on Ibn Umar."

The Book of Faith

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ مُعَاذٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ وَاقِدِ بْنِ مُحَمَّدٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

Abdullah b. Mu'adh narrated from the Apostle (may peace and blessings be upon him) a hadith like this on the authority on Ibn Umar.

Context

This hadith, narrated by Abdullah b. Mu'adh, emphasizes the importance of the transmission of knowledge in Islam. It highlights the reliability of narrators and the chain of transmission, which is crucial for preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The context underscores the significance of accurate reporting in maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this hadith reminds us of the importance of credible sources and the responsibility we have in sharing knowledge. It encourages us to verify information before passing it on, fostering a culture of trust and accuracy.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it illustrates the process of narrating and preserving the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission