Sahih Muslim #3085
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith emphasizes the reliability of hadith transmission by noting that a similar narration has been reported by 'A'isha (Allah be pleased with her). It highlights the importance of multiple chains of narration in establishing the authenticity of hadiths, ensuring that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are accurately conveyed to future generations.
Modern Application
In contemporary Islamic scholarship, this principle underscores the significance of verifying sources and ensuring the authenticity of religious teachings. Muslims today are encouraged to seek knowledge from reliable scholars and texts to maintain the integrity of their faith.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it demonstrates the importance of corroborating narrations to establish the credibility of prophetic teachings.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #3085 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage. It is graded Sahih.