Sahih Muslim #5173
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 emphasizes the importance of the chain of transmission in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). It highlights how multiple narrators, including Abu Mas'ud Ansari, conveyed the message, ensuring its authenticity. The integrity of hadith transmission is crucial for maintaining the teachings of Islam.
Modern Application
In today's context, the meticulousness of hadith transmission serves as a model for how we should approach sharing knowledge and information. It reminds us to verify sources and ensure accuracy when passing on teachings or information in our communities.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the importance of a reliable chain of narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #5173 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Drinks. It is graded Sahih.