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 2329 in the Book of The Book of Zakat.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2329 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Zakat) states: "This hadith has been narrated by Sa'id with the same chain of transmitters, but no mention has been made of Alqama b. 'Ulatha, nor of safwin b. Umayya, and he did not mention the verse in his hadith."

The Book of Zakat

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

وَحَدَّثَنَا مَخْلَدُ بْنُ خَالِدٍ الشَّعِيرِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، حَدَّثَنِي عُمَرُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ فِي الْحَدِيثِ عَلْقَمَةَ بْنَ عُلاَثَةَ وَلاَ صَفْوَانَ بْنَ أُمَيَّةَ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرِ الشِّعْرَ فِي حَدِيثِهِ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated by Sa'id with the same chain of transmitters, but no mention has been made of Alqama b. 'Ulatha, nor of safwin b. Umayya, and he did not mention the verse in his hadith.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge and the importance of accurate reporting in Islamic teachings. It highlights the integrity of the chain of narrators and the significance of maintaining the authenticity of hadiths, which is crucial for preserving the teachings of Islam.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this principle underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing it. It encourages individuals to seek credible sources and ensure the accuracy of religious teachings and other knowledge.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it emphasizes the importance of maintaining accurate chains of narration in the transmission of knowledge.

Hadith Transmission