What is Sahih Muslim 6047 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Sa'd b. Ibrahim 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 6047 in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions.

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Sahih Muslim #6047

The Book of the Merits of the Companions

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا لَيْثٌ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا عَمْرٌو النَّاقِدُ، وَزُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ عُيَيْنَةَ، كِلاَهُمَا عَنِ ابْنِ عَجْلاَنَ، عَنْ سَعْدِ بْنِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Sa'd b. Ibrahim with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith indicates that a narration has been passed down through a specific chain of transmitters, affirming the importance of maintaining consistency in hadith transmission. It highlights the meticulous nature of preserving religious teachings and ensuring their authenticity.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle emphasizes the need for accuracy in sharing knowledge. Whether in religious contexts or general information, it is crucial to verify sources and ensure the integrity of the message being conveyed.

Topics

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

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith