What is Sahih Muslim 6186 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 Anas through another 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 6186 in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions.

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Sahih Muslim #6186

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.

حَدَّثَنِيهِ يَحْيَى بْنُ حَبِيبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ الْحَارِثِ - حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ أَنَسًا، يَقُولُ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم لأُبَىٍّ بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Anas through another chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of reliable transmission in Islamic teachings. It indicates that the narration of Anas has been confirmed through multiple chains, showcasing the meticulous nature of hadith verification. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ's teachings were preserved with great care, ensuring their authenticity for future generations.

Modern Application

In today's world, the principle of reliable communication is crucial in various fields, including education and journalism. Just as hadiths require trustworthy transmission, we must ensure that information shared in our communities is accurate and credible to maintain trust.

Topics

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

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith