Sahih Muslim #5052
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge and the importance of reliable narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). It highlights the various chains of transmission that exist, emphasizing the care taken in relaying the Prophet's words. The mention of different narrators illustrates the collaborative effort in preserving Islamic teachings.
Modern Application
In today's context, this principle underscores the importance of credible sources and reliable information. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge from trustworthy channels and to verify information before sharing it.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it focuses on the various chains of narrators and the importance of preserving the Prophet's teachings.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #5052 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Drinks. It is graded Sahih and narrated by This hadith has been reported on the authority of Ibn 'Umar with different chains of transmitters but they have not mentioned:.