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 1339 in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 1339 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer), narrated by A hadith like this has been narrated by Ibn Shihab with the same chain of transmitters, but therein no mention has been made of the words of al-Zuhri:, states: "It was narrated to me, and that which followed."

The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ الْمَلِكِ بْنُ شُعَيْبِ بْنِ اللَّيْثِ، حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي، عَنْ جَدِّي، عَنْ عُقَيْلٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ ‏.‏ مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ قَوْلَ الزُّهْرِيِّ وَذُكِرَ لِي ‏.‏ وَمَا بَعْدَهُ ‏.‏

It was narrated to me, and that which followed.

Narrated by A hadith like this has been narrated by Ibn Shihab with the same chain of transmitters, but therein no mention has been made of the words of al-Zuhri:

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge about the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) teachings, emphasizing the importance of accurate reporting and authenticity in hadith. It reflects the care taken by early scholars in preserving the Prophet's words and actions, ensuring that future generations receive reliable guidance.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith highlights the importance of seeking authentic knowledge and being cautious about the sources we trust. It encourages us to verify information and prioritize reliable teachings in our pursuit of knowledge.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of accurately conveying the Prophet's teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith