What is Sahih Muslim 6487 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Virtue, Enjoining Good Manners, and Joining of the Ties of Kinship) states: "A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of Humaid 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 6487 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 #6487

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.

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ نَافِعٍ، حَدَّثَنَا بَهْزٌ، حَدَّثَنَا حَمَّادٌ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of Humaid with the same chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of authentic transmission in the study of Islamic teachings. It highlights the rigorous process through which hadiths are passed down, ensuring that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are preserved accurately. The integrity of the narrators and the chain of transmission are crucial for establishing the authenticity of hadiths.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing it. Just as hadiths require careful transmission, individuals are encouraged to seek credible sources and fact-check claims in their daily interactions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it discusses the importance of preserving the integrity of the Prophet's teachings through reliable narrators.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith