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 3347 in the Book of The Book of Marriage.

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Sahih Muslim #3347

Q: What is Sahih Muslim 3347 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Marriage) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Ibn Vmar with the same chain of transmitters, but there is no mention of Ibn Numair."

The Book of Marriage

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدَةُ، عَنْ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ، - وَهُوَ ابْنُ عُمَرَ - بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ زِيَادَةَ ابْنِ نُمَيْرٍ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Ibn Vmar with the same chain of transmitters, but there is no mention of Ibn Numair.

Context

This hadith further emphasizes the importance of authenticity in hadith transmission. It notes that a narration from Ibn Umar exists with a similar chain of transmitters, but it lacks a specific mention. This highlights the meticulous nature of hadith scholars in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of narrations, which is essential for preserving Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to be diligent in verifying sources of information, especially in an age where misinformation can spread rapidly. It serves as a reminder to seek clarity and accuracy in all forms of communication.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the necessity for thoroughness and precision in the reporting of hadiths.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith