Sahih Muslim #1446
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith highlights the importance of the chain of transmission in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Anas, a companion of the Prophet, narrates that this hadith has been transmitted through various chains, with some narrators adding minor details. This emphasizes the meticulous nature of hadith transmission and the effort taken to ensure authenticity.
Modern Application
In today's context, the rigorous standards for verifying information can be likened to how hadiths are transmitted. Just as scholars cross-check sources to maintain accuracy, individuals today should seek reliable information and verify facts before sharing them, especially in an age of misinformation.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the importance of the chain of narrators in ensuring the reliability of the hadith.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #1446 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Mosques and Places of Prayer. It is graded Sahih.