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 2995 in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 2995 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Pilgrimage) states: "This hadith has been transmitted by Al-A`mash with a slight variation of words, i.e. he said before its time when it was still dark."

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.

وَحَدَّثَنَا عُثْمَانُ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَإِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، جَمِيعًا عَنْ جَرِيرٍ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَقَالَ قَبْلَ وَقْتِهَا بِغَلَسٍ ‏.‏

This hadith has been transmitted by Al-A`mash with a slight variation of words, i.e. he said before its time when it was still dark.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of the transmission of knowledge in Islam, particularly regarding the authenticity of hadiths. It emphasizes that the words of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) were carefully conveyed by his companions, ensuring that the teachings remained intact. The mention of a slight variation in wording illustrates the meticulous nature of hadith transmission and the responsibility of narrators to preserve the message accurately.

Modern Application

In today's context, the careful transmission of knowledge is vital in educational settings. Just as hadith narrators ensure accuracy, educators and students alike should strive for precision in sharing information, fostering a culture of integrity and respect for knowledge.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it discusses the careful preservation and transmission of the Prophet's teachings, highlighting the importance of accuracy in narrating hadith.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith