What is Sahih Muslim 7140 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour) states: "This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Sa'id 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 7140 in the Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour.

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Sahih Muslim #7140

The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو مُعَاوِيَةَ، عَنْ دَاوُدَ بْنِ أَبِي هِنْدٍ، عَنْ أَبِي، نَضْرَةَ عَنْ أَبِي سَعِيدٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمِثْلِهِ ‏.‏

This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abu Sa'id through another chain of transmitters.

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of the chain of narration in the transmission of hadiths. It indicates that the hadith has been narrated through various reliable sources, showcasing the meticulous nature of hadith preservation and the significance of authenticity in Islamic teachings. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ's teachings were carefully transmitted to ensure their accuracy and reliability.

Modern Application

In today's context, the principle of verifying sources is crucial, especially in the age of information. Just as hadiths require reliable transmission, individuals should seek credible sources for information, ensuring that what they learn and share is accurate and trustworthy.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it highlights the importance of reliable sources in the preservation of the Prophet's teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith