Sahih Muslim #6557
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith discusses the transmission of a statement about a person who is well-regarded by others. It highlights the importance of reputation and the positive acknowledgment of individuals within the community. The takeaway is the value of being recognized for good character and the impact of positive speech on one's standing in society.
Modern Application
In today's context, this principle encourages individuals to strive for good character and to be mindful of how they are perceived by others. It promotes the idea that positive actions and integrity can lead to a favorable reputation, benefiting both the individual and the community.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the importance of accurately conveying positive statements about individuals and the impact of such transmissions.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #6557 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Virtue, Enjoining Good Manners, and Joining of the Ties of Kinship. It is graded Sahih and narrated by This hadith has been narrated through another chain of transmitters also and the one transmitted on the authority of Shu'ba (the words are):.