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 3012 in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 3012 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Pilgrimage), narrated by Abd al-Rahman b. Yazid reported that he performed Hajj along with 'Abdullah (Allah be pleased with him) and he flung seven pebbles at al-Jamra (from a position) that the House was on his left and Mina was on his right and said:, states: "That is the place (of flinging pebbles of one) upon whom Surah al-Baqara was revealed."

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 أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا غُنْدَرٌ، عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، وَابْنُ بَشَّارٍ قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنِ الْحَكَمِ، عَنْ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، بْنِ يَزِيدَ أَنَّهُ حَجَّ مَعَ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ قَالَ فَرَمَى الْجَمْرَةَ بِسَبْعِ حَصَيَاتٍ وَجَعَلَ الْبَيْتَ عَنْ يَسَارِهِ وَمِنًى عَنْ يَمِينِهِ وَقَالَ هَذَا مَقَامُ الَّذِي أُنْزِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ سُورَةُ الْبَقَرَةِ ‏.‏

That is the place (of flinging pebbles of one) upon whom Surah al-Baqara was revealed.

Narrated by Abd al-Rahman b. Yazid reported that he performed Hajj along with 'Abdullah (Allah be pleased with him) and he flung seven pebbles at al-Jamra (from a position) that the House was on his left and Mina was on his right and said:

Context

In this hadith, Abd al-Rahman b. Yazid narrates an experience during Hajj where he performed the ritual of throwing pebbles at al-Jamra. He emphasizes the significance of the location, noting that it was where Surah al-Baqara was revealed. This highlights the connection between the physical acts of Hajj and the spiritual teachings of Islam, reinforcing the importance of intention and awareness during worship.

Modern Application

This hadith serves as a reminder of the significance of intention and awareness in our religious practices today. Whether during Hajj or daily prayers, being mindful of the spiritual significance of our actions can enhance our connection to our faith and its teachings.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it describes a specific ritual performed during the pilgrimage, emphasizing its spiritual significance.

Hajj