What is Sahih Muslim 6964 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 Hazim 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 6964 in the Book of The Book of Paradise, its Description, its Bounties and its Inhabitants.

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Sahih Muslim #6964

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.

وَحَدَّثَنَاهُ إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، أَخْبَرَنَا الْمَخْزُومِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا وُهَيْبٌ، عَنْ أَبِي حَازِمٍ، بِالإِسْنَادَيْنِ جَمِيعًا نَحْوَ حَدِيثِ يَعْقُوبَ ‏.‏

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

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of the chain of narrators in the transmission of hadith. It emphasizes the reliability of the narrators and their integrity, which is crucial for ensuring that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) are accurately conveyed. The mention of Abu Hazim indicates a respected figure in hadith transmission, reinforcing the authenticity of the message.

Modern Application

In today's world, the authenticity of information is paramount. Just as hadiths require reliable sources, we should critically evaluate the credibility of the information we encounter, especially on social media and news platforms. This practice helps prevent the spread of misinformation.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the significance of a trustworthy chain of narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith