What is Sahih Muslim 6942 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of Characteristics of the Day of Judgment, Paradise, and Hell) states: "A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of A'mash through two other chains of transmitters. The wording is, however, the same."

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 6942 in the Book of Characteristics of the Day of Judgment, Paradise, and Hell.

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Sahih Muslim #6942

Characteristics of the Day of Judgment, Paradise, and Hell

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، بِالإِسْنَادَيْنِ جَمِيعًا كَرِوَايَةِ ابْنِ نُمَيْرٍ ‏.‏

A hadith like this has been narrated on the authority of A'mash through two other chains of transmitters. The wording is, however, the same.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of reliable transmission in the context of 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 because it emphasizes the significance of multiple reliable sources in the preservation of prophetic teachings.

Hadith Transmission