Sahih Muslim #7324
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs his followers not to write down anything from him except the Qur'an. He emphasizes the importance of accuracy in transmission and warns against fabricating statements attributed to him. This highlights the significance of preserving the integrity of his teachings.
Modern Application
Today, this principle can be applied to the importance of accurate communication and the responsibility that comes with sharing information. In an age of misinformation, ensuring the authenticity of what we share is crucial.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Authority and Hadith Transmission because it emphasizes the need for authenticity and accuracy in conveying the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #7324 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Zuhd and Softening of Hearts. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Sa'id Khudri reported that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:.