Sahih Muslim #6264

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، وَابْنُ، رُمْحٍ عَنِ اللَّيْثِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْعَزِيزِ، يَعْنِي ابْنَ مُحَمَّدٍ ح وَحَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، وَابْنُ أَبِي عُمَرَ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْوَهَّابِ الثَّقَفِيُّ، كُلُّهُمْ عَنْ يَحْيَى بْنِ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ غَيْرَ أَنَّهُ لاَ يَذْكُرُ فِي الْحَدِيثِ قَوْلَ سَعْدٍ ‏.‏
Anas reported a hadith like this from Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) but he has made no mention in the hadith of the words of Sa'd.

Context

This hadith refers to the transmission of a narration that is similar to another but lacks specific details. It highlights the importance of preserving the integrity of hadith and the nuances involved in reporting religious teachings accurately.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle emphasizes the significance of precise communication and the careful sharing of information. It encourages individuals to be thorough and accurate in their discussions, particularly regarding important matters.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it addresses the nuances of narrating hadith and the importance of maintaining accuracy in religious teachings.

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This hadith is #6264 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions. It is graded Sahih.

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