What is Sahih Muslim 6447 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Virtue, Enjoining Good Manners, and Joining of the Ties of Kinship) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Kuraib 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 6447 in the Book of The Book of Virtue, Enjoining Good Manners, and Joining of the Ties of Kinship.

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Sahih Muslim

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Sahih Muslim #6447

The Book of Virtue, Enjoining Good Manners, and Joining of the Ties of Kinship

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِيهِ أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا خَالِدُ بْنُ مَخْلَدٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ جَعْفَرٍ، عَنِ الْعَلاَءِ بْنِ عَبْدِ، الرَّحْمَنِ بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Kuraib with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith is a brief transmission indicating that it has been narrated through a reliable chain of transmitters. It highlights the importance of preserving and transmitting the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ accurately. The emphasis on the chain of narrators underscores the significance of authenticity in the transmission of hadith, which is vital for maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith reminds us of the importance of authenticity in sharing knowledge. Whether in religious or secular matters, ensuring that information is accurately conveyed and sourced is crucial for building trust and credibility in our communities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it emphasizes the significance of maintaining a reliable chain of narrators, which is essential for the authenticity of hadith literature.

Hadith Transmission