Sahih Muslim #6666

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.

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى الْقَيْسِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا مُعْتَمِرٌ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، بِهَذَا الإِسْنَادِ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ ‏ "‏ إِذَا أَتَانِي يَمْشِي أَتَيْتُهُ هَرْوَلَةً ‏"‏ ‏.‏
This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Mu'tamar from his father with the same chain of transmitters, with a slight variation of wording.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of the manner in which knowledge is transmitted within the Islamic tradition. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the significance of approaching him with eagerness and enthusiasm, as indicated by the phrase 'If he comes to me walking, I will go to him running.' This illustrates the value of seeking knowledge and the dedication required in the pursuit of understanding the faith.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle encourages individuals to actively seek knowledge and engage with their communities. Whether through attending classes, reading, or participating in discussions, the enthusiasm for learning can foster a deeper understanding of one's faith and strengthen community bonds.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it underscores the importance of the eagerness and dedication in seeking knowledge from the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

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About Sahih Muslim

This hadith is #6666 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book Pertaining to the Remembrance of Allah, Supplication, Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness. It is graded Sahih.

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