What is Sahih Muslim 6954 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Paradise, its Description, its Bounties and its Inhabitants) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira through another 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 6954 in the Book of The Book of Paradise, its Description, its Bounties and its Inhabitants.

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Sahih Muslim #6954

The Book of Paradise, its Description, its Bounties and its Inhabitants

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شَبَابَةُ، حَدَّثَنِي وَرْقَاءُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira through another chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of the chain of narration in the transmission of hadiths. It highlights how multiple narrators can convey the same message, ensuring the reliability and authenticity of the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The integrity of the hadith transmission process is crucial for preserving the teachings of Islam.

Modern Application

In today's world, the verification of information is paramount. Just as hadiths require reliable chains of transmission, individuals should seek credible sources before accepting and sharing information. This principle encourages critical thinking and responsibility in communication.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the significance of reliable narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith