What is Sahih Muslim 5994 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Virtues) states: "This hadith has been transmitted on the authority of Ma'mar."

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 5994 in the Book of The Book of Virtues.

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Sahih Muslim #5994

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.

قَالَ أَبُو إِسْحَاقَ حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ يَحْيَى، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّزَّاقِ، أَخْبَرَنَا مَعْمَرٌ، بِمِثْلِ هَذَا الْحَدِيثِ ‏.‏

This hadith has been transmitted on the authority of Ma'mar.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of the chain of transmission in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It emphasizes the reliability of narrators and the significance of accurate reporting in the Islamic tradition. The integrity of hadith transmission is crucial for maintaining the authenticity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In today's context, the emphasis on reliable sources is vital, especially in an age of misinformation. Just as the hadith underscores the importance of trustworthy narrators, we should seek credible information and verify sources before accepting claims, particularly in religious and educational matters.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it demonstrates the significance of the chain of narrators in ensuring the authenticity of the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission