Sahih Muslim #4157
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
Abu Huraira narrates this hadith, which underscores the significance of the chain of narrators in the transmission of hadith. It serves to reinforce the reliability of the information being conveyed, as it has been passed down through multiple trustworthy sources. This practice is essential for preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
Modern Application
In today's context, the emphasis on authentic hadith transmission is evident in Islamic education. Students are taught to critically analyze hadith sources and their chains to ensure they are following teachings that are genuinely attributed to the Prophet (ﷺ).
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the importance of a reliable chain of narrators in the transmission of hadith.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #4157 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Oaths. It is graded Sahih.