What is Sahih Muslim 5277 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Clothes and Adornment) states: "This hadith has been reported on the authority of Qatada but there is no mention of the words of Abd Uthman."

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 5277 in the Book of The Book of Clothes and Adornment.

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Sahih Muslim #5277

The Book of Clothes and Adornment

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا أَبُو غَسَّانَ الْمِسْمَعِيُّ، وَمُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا مُعَاذٌ، - وَهُوَ ابْنُ هِشَامٍ - حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ مِثْلَهُ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ قَوْلَ أَبِي عُثْمَانَ ‏.‏

This hadith has been reported on the authority of Qatada but there is no mention of the words of Abd Uthman.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of knowledge, specifically regarding a narration from Qatada. It emphasizes the importance of accurate reporting and the integrity of hadith transmission. The mention of the absence of certain words highlights the meticulous nature of preserving Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle underscores the importance of accuracy and integrity in sharing information. Whether in academic settings or everyday conversations, ensuring that we convey information truthfully is crucial for maintaining trust and credibility.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of precise narration in preserving the teachings of Islam.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith