What is Sahih Muslim 3560 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Divorce) states: "The above hadith has likewise 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 3560 in the Book of The Book of Divorce.

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Sahih Muslim #3560

The Book of Divorce

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ الْحَسَنُ بْنُ عِيسَى، أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ الْمُبَارَكِ، أَخْبَرَنَا عَاصِمٌ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ ‏.‏ نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

The above hadith has likewise been narrated through another chain.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of the chain of narration in hadith literature. It indicates that the same message can be conveyed through multiple chains, which reinforces the reliability of the information being transmitted. This practice is crucial in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and ensuring that they are accurately conveyed to future generations.

Modern Application

In today's context, the principle of verifying sources is vital. Just as hadith scholars ensure the authenticity of narrations, individuals can apply this by critically evaluating information before sharing it, especially in an age where misinformation can spread rapidly.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it highlights the significance of multiple chains of narration in confirming the reliability of a hadith.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith