Sahih Muslim #1774
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 illustrates the transmission of knowledge within Islamic tradition, specifically how Abu Mas'ud reported a saying of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). It emphasizes the reliability of hadith transmission through various chains of narrators, which is crucial for preserving the teachings of Islam.
Modern Application
In modern times, this principle of hadith transmission underscores the importance of learning and sharing knowledge accurately. It encourages individuals to seek authentic sources when studying Islamic teachings and to respect the chain of narration.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it reflects the process of passing down the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) through reliable narrators.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #1774 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Prayer - Travellers. It is graded Sahih.