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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 546 in the Book of The Book of Purification.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 546 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Purification), narrated by Shuraib b. Hani reported:, states: "I asked 'A'isha about wiping over the shoes. She said: You better go to 'Ali, for he knows more about this than I. I, therefore, came to 'Ali and he narrated from the Apostle (ﷺ) like this."

The Book of Purification

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مُعَاوِيَةَ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، عَنِ الْحَكَمِ، عَنِ الْقَاسِمِ بْنِ مُخَيْمِرَةَ، عَنْ شُرَيْحِ بْنِ هَانِئٍ، قَالَ سَأَلْتُ عَائِشَةَ عَنِ الْمَسْحِ، عَلَى الْخُفَّيْنِ فَقَالَتِ ائْتِ عَلِيًّا فَإِنَّهُ أَعْلَمُ بِذَلِكَ مِنِّي فَأَتَيْتُ عَلِيًّا فَذَكَرَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

I asked 'A'isha about wiping over the shoes. She said: You better go to 'Ali, for he knows more about this than I. I, therefore, came to 'Ali and he narrated from the Apostle (ﷺ) like this.

Narrated by Shuraib b. Hani reported:

Context

In this hadith, Shuraib b. Hani inquired about the practice of wiping over shoes during ablution (wudu). A'isha, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, suggested that he consult Ali for more knowledgeable guidance. Ali then narrated a similar teaching from the Prophet ﷺ, emphasizing the importance of seeking knowledge from those who are well-informed.

Modern Application

This principle encourages individuals to seek knowledgeable sources when in doubt about religious practices. In everyday life, this can translate to consulting trusted teachers or scholars when faced with questions about religious obligations or practices, ensuring that one's actions are based on sound understanding.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Purification (Wudu/Taharah) and Clothing Etiquette because it addresses the practice of maintaining cleanliness during ablution and the appropriate way to handle clothing in relation to religious practices.

Purification (Wudu/Taharah)Clothing Etiquette