What is Sahih Muslim 5644 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Greetings) states: "This hadith has been reported on the authority of Zuhri with the same chain of transmitters."

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 5644 in the Book of The Book of Greetings.

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Sahih Muslim #5644

The Book of Greetings

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَاهُ عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ الدَّارِمِيُّ، أَخْبَرَنَا أَبُو الْيَمَانِ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعَيْبٌ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

This hadith has been reported on the authority of Zuhri with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the significance of authenticity in the transmission of hadiths. It indicates that the narration has been reported through a reliable chain of transmitters, underscoring the importance of verifying sources in Islamic teachings. The integrity of the narrators ensures that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ remain intact and trustworthy for future generations.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this principle is crucial for discerning credible sources of information. Whether in academic research or media consumption, verifying the authenticity of information helps prevent the spread of misinformation and supports informed decision-making.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it highlights the importance of reliable sources in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith