What is Sahih Muslim 4495 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Jihad and Expeditions), narrated by This tradition has been narrated by Ibn Abu Najah through a different chain of transmitters up to the word:, states: "Zahaqa, (This version) does not contain the second verse and substitutes Sanam for Nusub (both the words mean" idol" or" image" that is worshipped)."

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 4495 in the Book of The Book of Jihad and Expeditions.

I searched for a different number — is this the right hadith?

Hadith numbering varies across editions and translations (USC-MSA, Dar as-Salam, Fath al-Bari, and others). If you followed a link citing a different number but landed here, you may have been redirected to the canonical version in our library. If you were looking for a different hadith entirely, use the search bar to find it by text.

‹

#4494

#4495

Sahih Muslim

#4496

›

Sahih Muslim #4495

The Book of Jihad and Expeditions

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ حَسَنُ بْنُ عَلِيٍّ الْحُلْوَانِيُّ، وَعَبْدُ بْنُ حُمَيْدٍ، كِلاَهُمَا عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّزَّاقِ، أَخْبَرَنَا الثَّوْرِيُّ، عَنِ ابْنِ أَبِي نَجِيحٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ إِلَى قَوْلِهِ زَهُوقًا ‏.‏ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرِ الآيَةَ الأُخْرَى وَقَالَ بَدَلَ نُصُبًا صَنَمًا ‏.‏

Zahaqa, (This version) does not contain the second verse and substitutes Sanam for Nusub (both the words mean" idol" or" image" that is worshipped).

Narrated by This tradition has been narrated by Ibn Abu Najah through a different chain of transmitters up to the word:

Context

This narration discusses a variation in the wording of a verse, focusing on the concept of image-making and its implications. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasized the significance of avoiding idol worship and the creation of images that could lead to misguidance. This highlights the broader theme of adhering to monotheism and the avoidance of practices that could detract from the worship of Allah alone.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle can be reflected in the importance of maintaining focus on core values and beliefs, avoiding distractions that may lead one away from their spiritual or ethical commitments. It encourages individuals to be mindful of their actions and the influences they allow in their lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Image-Making because it addresses the implications of creating images and the importance of avoiding practices that could lead to idol worship.

Image-Making