Sahih Muslim #3648

The Book of Emancipating Slaves
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي هَارُونُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا وَهْبُ بْنُ جَرِيرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي قَالَ، سَمِعْتُ قَتَادَةَ، يُحَدِّثُ بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ بِمَعْنَى حَدِيثِ ابْنِ أَبِي عَرُوبَةَ وَذَكَرَ فِي الْحَدِيثِ قُوِّمَ عَلَيْهِ قِيمَةَ عَدْلٍ.
A hadith like this is reported on the authority of the same chain of transmitters but with a slight change of words.

Context

This hadith discusses the reliability of hadith transmission, emphasizing that similar narrations can exist with slight variations in wording. The importance of maintaining the integrity of the hadith chain is highlighted, showcasing the meticulous nature of Islamic scholarship in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Modern Application

In today's context, the principle of verifying sources before accepting information is crucial. This hadith encourages individuals to seek authentic knowledge and be cautious about the information they share, especially in an age where misinformation can spread rapidly.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of preserving the integrity and accuracy of hadith narrations.

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This hadith is #3648 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Emancipating Slaves. It is graded Sahih.

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