Sahih Muslim #5845

The Book of Virtues
Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا هَارُونُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الصَّمَدِ، حَدَّثَنَا هِشَامٌ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا حَسَنُ، بْنُ عَلِيٍّ الْحُلْوَانِيُّ حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو الْوَلِيدِ الطَّيَالِسِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو عَوَانَةَ، كِلاَهُمَا عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ غَيْرَ أَنَّهُمَا شَكَّا فَقَالاَ أَوْ مِثْلَ مَا بَيْنَ الْمَدِينَةِ وَعَمَّانَ ‏.‏ وَفِي حَدِيثِ أَبِي عَوَانَةَ ‏ "‏ مَا بَيْنَ لاَبَتَىْ حَوْضِي ‏"‏ ‏.‏
Anas reported this hadith with this change that there was some doubt between (places mentioned) and there is a slight variation of wording.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of a narration regarding a specific location, highlighting the importance of accuracy in reporting hadith. The narrators express some uncertainty about the exact places mentioned, which emphasizes the need for diligence in preserving the words and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). This serves as a reminder of the meticulous nature of hadith transmission.

Modern Application

In today's world, the importance of accurate information is paramount. Just as the narrators were cautious about their reports, we should strive for accuracy in our communications, whether in personal conversations or on social media. Misinformation can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the careful process of reporting and verifying narrations to ensure their reliability.

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This hadith is #5845 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Virtues. It is graded Sahih.

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