What is Sahih Muslim 5026 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Drinks) states: "This hadith has been narrated through another chain of transmitters with a slight variation of words."

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 5026 in the Book of The Book of Drinks.

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Sahih Muslim #5026

The Book of Drinks

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِيهِ وَهْبُ بْنُ بَقِيَّةَ، أَخْبَرَنَا خَالِدٌ، - يَعْنِي الطَّحَّانَ - عَنِ الشَّيْبَانِيِّ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ فِي التَّمْرِ وَالزَّبِيبِ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرِ الْبُسْرَ وَالتَّمْرَ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated through another chain of transmitters with a slight variation of words.

Context

This hadith indicates the reliability of hadith transmission through various chains of narrators. It highlights the importance of preserving the authenticity of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ sayings and actions. The slight variation in wording underscores the meticulous nature of hadith documentation, which ensures that the teachings of the Prophet ﷺ are accurately conveyed to future generations.

Modern Application

In modern times, the emphasis on authenticity in hadith transmission parallels the importance of verifying information in our digital age. Just as scholars ensure the integrity of hadith, individuals today are encouraged to critically assess sources before sharing information.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it demonstrates the rigorous process of preserving and verifying the sayings of the Prophet ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith