Sahih Muslim #215
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this narration, Jundab b. 'Abdullah al-Bajali emphasizes the reliability of the hadith he shares, recounting a story from the past about a man suffering from a boil. This hadith illustrates the importance of authentic transmission of knowledge and the trustworthiness of narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
Modern Application
In today's context, this hadith serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information and ensuring that teachings are passed down accurately. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge from reliable sources.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of reliable narration in preserving the teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ).
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #215 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Faith. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It is reported on the authority of Hasan:.