What is Sahih Muslim 2762 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Pilgrimage) states: "This hadith is narrated on the authority of Ayyub."

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 2762 in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage.

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Sahih Muslim #2762

The Book of Pilgrimage

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي عَلِيُّ بْنُ حُجْرٍ السَّعْدِيُّ، وَزُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، وَيَعْقُوبُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، جَمِيعًا عَنِ ابْنِ عُلَيَّةَ، عَنْ أَيُّوبَ، فِي هَذَا الإِسْنَادِ ‏.‏ بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

This hadith is narrated on the authority of Ayyub.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge, specifically highlighting the importance of authentic narration in Islamic teachings. It emphasizes the role of reliable sources in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). The integrity of hadith transmission is crucial for maintaining the authenticity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In today's world, this hadith underscores the importance of seeking knowledge from credible sources. It encourages Muslims to verify information and teachings before accepting or sharing them, ensuring the integrity of their understanding of Islam.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of reliable narration in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith