What is Sahih Muslim 3488 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Suckling) states: "Likewise, the above hadith has been narrated through another chain."

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 3488 in the Book of The Book of Suckling.

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Sahih Muslim #3488

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.

وَحَدَّثَنِيهِ يَحْيَى بْنُ حَبِيبٍ الْحَارِثِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ الْحَارِثِ - حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

Likewise, the above hadith has been narrated through another chain.

Context

This hadith indicates that the previous narration has been transmitted through another chain of narrators, emphasizing the importance of preserving the authenticity of hadith. It reflects the meticulous nature of hadith transmission in Islamic scholarship, ensuring that teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) are accurately conveyed.

Modern Application

In contemporary Islamic studies, this principle underscores the significance of verifying sources and maintaining authenticity in religious teachings. Scholars and students alike are encouraged to trace the origins of hadith to ensure their reliability.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it highlights the importance of the chain of narrators in preserving the integrity of hadith.

Hadith Transmission