What is Sahih Muslim 6662 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness) states: "This hadith has been reported on the authority of Mutarrif 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 6662 in the Book of The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness.

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Sahih Muslim #6662

The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ الْحَنْظَلِيُّ، أَخْبَرَنِي جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ مُطَرِّفٍ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ نَحْوَ حَدِيثِ عَبْثَرٍ ‏.‏

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

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of authentic transmission in Islamic teachings. It indicates that similar narrations exist through various chains, reinforcing the credibility of the message. Such practices are essential for preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Modern Application

In modern contexts, the emphasis on reliable sources is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of information. This principle applies to various fields, including journalism and academia, where the integrity of information is paramount.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of multiple reliable sources in the preservation of prophetic teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith