What is Sahih Muslim 3259 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Pilgrimage), narrated by Ibn 'Umar reported:, states: "I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) saying like this."

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 3259 in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage.

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Sahih Muslim #3259

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.

وَحَدَّثَنِي إِبْرَاهِيمُ بْنُ مُوسَى، أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي زَائِدَةَ، عَنْ مُوسَى الْجُهَنِيِّ، عَنْ نَافِعٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) saying like this.

Narrated by Ibn 'Umar reported:

Context

This hadith emphasizes the reliability of the chain of narrators in conveying the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Ibn 'Umar's report signifies the importance of oral tradition in preserving Islamic teachings. It serves as a reminder of the meticulous nature of hadith transmission and the need for accuracy in relaying the words of the Prophet.

Modern Application

In contemporary settings, this principle underscores the value of credible sources in any form of communication. Whether in journalism, academia, or everyday conversations, relying on trustworthy information fosters a more informed society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it highlights the significance of accurately conveying the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Hadith Transmission