What is Sahih Muslim 3766 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Transactions) states: "A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of 'Ubaidullah with the same chain of transmitters."

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 3766 in the Book of The Book of Transactions.

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Sahih Muslim #3766

The Book of Transactions

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 بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي زَائِدَةَ، عَنْ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ مِثْلَهُ.

A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of 'Ubaidullah with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of reliable transmission in the study of hadith literature. It emphasizes that a similar narration has been passed down through a consistent chain of transmitters, which is crucial for establishing the authenticity of hadiths. The integrity of the chain ensures that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are preserved accurately.

Modern Application

In today's world, the principle of reliable transmission can be seen in various fields, such as academia and journalism. Just as scholars verify sources before presenting information, Muslims are encouraged to seek authentic teachings and practices to ensure they are following the true message of Islam.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of a consistent chain of narrators in validating the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith