Sahih Muslim #2155
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 authenticity in the transmission of hadiths. It notes that a similar narration was made by Isma'il b. Umayya, emphasizing the consistency in the chain of transmitters. The takeaway is the significance of maintaining accuracy in relaying the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Modern Application
In today's world, the integrity of information is crucial. Just as hadiths require accurate transmission, we should strive to verify facts before sharing them, especially in an age of misinformation. This principle encourages responsible communication and respect for the truth.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it discusses the importance of maintaining the integrity of the narration chain.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #2155 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Zakat. It is graded Sahih.