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 5988 in the Book of The Book of Virtues.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 5988 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Virtues) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira through another chain of transmitters but with a slight variation of wording."

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.

وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شَبَابَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا وَرْقَاءُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ يَغْفِرُ اللَّهُ لِلُوطٍ إِنَّهُ أَوَى إِلَى رُكْنٍ شَدِيدٍ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira through another chain of transmitters but with a slight variation of wording.

Context

This hadith, narrated by Abu Huraira, emphasizes the importance of the reliability of hadith transmission. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ affirmed that Allah forgives Lut for seeking refuge in a strong support, which signifies the significance of trust and authenticity in the messages conveyed. This highlights the need for careful transmission of knowledge within the Islamic tradition.

Modern Application

In contemporary contexts, the emphasis on authenticity can be seen in various fields, such as journalism and education, where verifying sources and ensuring truthful representation is crucial. This hadith reminds us of the importance of integrity in sharing information.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of accurate transmission of knowledge and the importance of maintaining authenticity in religious teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith