What is Sahih Muslim 4880 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of 'Asim 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 4880 in the Book of The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten.

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Sahih Muslim #4880

The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِيهِ أَبُو سَعِيدٍ الأَشَجُّ، حَدَّثَنَا حَفْصٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ غِيَاثٍ - عَنْ عَاصِمٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of 'Asim with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith indicates the continuity of knowledge transmission in Islam, as it mentions a narration that has been passed down through a reliable chain of narrators. It emphasizes the importance of preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) through authentic channels, ensuring that the message remains unaltered over generations.

Modern Application

In today's world, the integrity of information is paramount. This principle encourages individuals to engage in responsible sharing of knowledge, ensuring that teachings are accurately conveyed and respected.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of maintaining the integrity and authenticity of Islamic teachings through reliable narrations.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith