‘There is to be no narrating on authority of the Messenger of Allah, may Allah send blessings and peace upon him, except by trustworthy narrators (Thiqāt)’.
Narrated by Muhammad bin Abī Umar al-Makkī narrated to us, Sufyān narrated to us; and Abū Bakr bin Khallād al-Bāhilī narrated to us – and the wording is his, he said, I heard Sufyān bin Uyaynah, on authority of Mis’ar, he said, I heard Sa’d bin Ibrāhīm saying:
Context
This hadith emphasizes the necessity of trustworthy narrators in the transmission of the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) teachings. It underscores the importance of integrity and reliability in sharing knowledge, ensuring that the message remains untainted and true to its original form.
Modern Application
In today's context, this principle highlights the significance of credibility in communication. Whether in academia, journalism, or everyday discussions, relying on trustworthy sources fosters a culture of honesty and respect.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it stresses the importance of using reliable narrators in the sharing of the Prophet's teachings.
There is not to be upon the Prophet any discomfort concerning that which Allah has imposed upon him. [This is] the established way of Allah with those [prophets] who have passed on before. And ever is the command of Allah a destiny decreed.
And it is not for any human being that Allah should speak to him except by revelation or from behind a partition or that He sends a messenger to reveal, by His permission, what He wills. Indeed, He is Most High and Wise.
This hadith is #7398 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of Introduction. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Muhammad bin Abī Umar al-Makkī narrated to us, Sufyān narrated to us; and Abū Bakr bin Khallād al-Bāhilī narrated to us – and the wording is his, he said, I heard Sufyān bin Uyaynah, on authority of Mis’ar, he said, I heard Sa’d bin Ibrāhīm saying:.
