What is Sahih Muslim 3461 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Suckling) states: "A hadith like this is narrated on the authority of Hammam, Sa'id, Bishr b 'Umar, but with a small variation of words."

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 3461 in the Book of The Book of Suckling.

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Sahih Muslim #3461

The Book of Suckling

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، وَهُوَ الْقَطَّانُ ح وَحَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، بْنِ مِهْرَانَ الْقُطَعِيُّ حَدَّثَنَا بِشْرُ بْنُ عُمَرَ، جَمِيعًا عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُسْهِرٍ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ أَبِي عَرُوبَةَ، كِلاَهُمَا عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، بِإِسْنَادِ هَمَّامٍ سَوَاءً غَيْرَ أَنَّ حَدِيثَ شُعْبَةَ انْتَهَى عِنْدَ قَوْلِهِ ‏"‏ ابْنَةُ أَخِي مِنَ الرَّضَاعَةِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ وَفِي حَدِيثِ سَعِيدٍ ‏"‏ وَإِنَّهُ يَحْرُمُ مِنَ الرَّضَاعَةِ مَا يَحْرُمُ مِنَ النَّسَبِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ وَفِي رِوَايَةِ بِشْرِ بْنِ عُمَرَ سَمِعْتُ جَابِرَ بْنَ زَيْدٍ ‏.‏

A hadith like this is narrated on the authority of Hammam, Sa'id, Bishr b 'Umar, but with a small variation of words.

Context

This hadith discusses the concept of breastfeeding and its implications in familial relationships. It highlights that certain relationships formed through breastfeeding are treated similarly to those established by blood relations, emphasizing the importance of understanding these connections. The takeaway is that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ clarified the significance of breastfeeding in establishing familial ties.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, understanding the implications of breastfeeding on family relationships can help people navigate social dynamics. For instance, recognizing that a child who is breastfed by a woman may have a familial bond with her biological children can influence social interactions and responsibilities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the importance of accurate narration and understanding of familial relationships based on breastfeeding.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith