What is Sahih Muslim 1428 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer) states: "A hadith like this has been narrated by A'mash by the same chain of transmitters"

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 1428 in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer.

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Sahih Muslim #1428

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.

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مُعَاوِيَةَ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا إِسْحَاقُ، أَخْبَرَنَا جَرِيرٌ، وَأَبُو مُعَاوِيَةَ ح وَحَدَّثَنَا الأَشَجُّ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ فُضَيْلٍ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي عُمَرَ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، كُلُّهُمْ عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏

A hadith like this has been narrated by A'mash by the same chain of transmitters

Context

This hadith indicates that a similar narration has been transmitted through various chains, emphasizing the importance of preserving the integrity of Islamic teachings. It reflects the rigorous methods employed by scholars to ensure that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) are accurately conveyed and understood by future generations.

Modern Application

In today's world, the emphasis on authentic knowledge transmission is crucial. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge from credible sources and to ensure that teachings are passed down accurately, fostering a deeper understanding of Islamic principles.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it highlights the importance of maintaining accurate and reliable chains of narration for the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith