What is Sahih Muslim 6302 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions) states: "This hadith has been reported on the authority of Abu Huraira 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 6302 in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions.

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Sahih Muslim #6302

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.

حَدَّثَنِي أَحْمَدُ بْنُ عُثْمَانَ بْنِ حَكِيمٍ الأَوْدِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ مَخْلَدٍ - حَدَّثَنِي سُلَيْمَانُ، - وَهُوَ ابْنُ بِلاَلٍ - حَدَّثَنِي سُهَيْلٌ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏.‏ بِمِثْلِ حَدِيثِ مَعْمَرٍ هَذَا سَوَاءً ‏.‏

This hadith has been reported on the authority of Abu Huraira with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the reliability of hadith transmission, as it has been reported through a consistent chain of narrators, specifically from Abu Huraira. The importance of maintaining authenticity in the transmission of hadith is paramount in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. This highlights the meticulous nature of Islamic scholarship in ensuring that teachings are conveyed accurately.

Modern Application

In contemporary times, the principle of authenticity in communication is crucial. Just as hadiths are carefully transmitted, individuals today should strive for honesty and accuracy in their interactions, ensuring that information shared is credible and trustworthy.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of a reliable chain of narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith