Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 2490 in the Book of The Book of Fasting.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2490 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Fasting), narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Zuhri with the same chain of transmitters that breaking of fast (in a journey) is the final of the two commands (whether one may fast or one may break it), and it is the last command of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) which is to be accepted as final. Zuhri said:, states: "The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) marched on Mecca on the morning of 14th of Ramadan (lit. when thirteen nights had passed)."

The Book of Fasting

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ رَافِعٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّزَّاقِ، أَخْبَرَنَا مَعْمَرٌ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ قَالَ الزُّهْرِيُّ وَكَانَ الْفِطْرُ آخِرَ الأَمْرَيْنِ وَإِنَّمَا يُؤْخَذُ مِنْ أَمْرِ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِالآخِرِ فَالآخِرِ ‏.‏ قَالَ الزُّهْرِيُّ فَصَبَّحَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم مَكَّةَ لِثَلاَثَ عَشْرَةَ لَيْلَةً خَلَتْ مِنْ رَمَضَانَ ‏.‏

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) marched on Mecca on the morning of 14th of Ramadan (lit. when thirteen nights had passed).

Narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Zuhri with the same chain of transmitters that breaking of fast (in a journey) is the final of the two commands (whether one may fast or one may break it), and it is the last command of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) which is to be accepted as final. Zuhri said:

Context

This hadith discusses the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) command regarding fasting during a journey. It highlights the importance of following the last command given by the Prophet (ﷺ) concerning whether to fast or break the fast while traveling. The context emphasizes the flexibility allowed in Islamic practices, particularly during Ramadan, when the Prophet (ﷺ) arrived in Mecca shortly before the end of the month.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith reminds Muslims of the importance of adapting religious practices to their circumstances. For instance, during Ramadan, travelers may choose to break their fast if it is challenging to maintain while on the road, reflecting the spirit of ease in Islamic teachings.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Fasting and Eating Etiquette because it addresses the rules surrounding fasting during travel and the importance of adhering to the Prophet's (ﷺ) final commands.

Fasting Eating Etiquette