Sahih Muslim #7420
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith illustrates the importance of reliable narration in the transmission of hadith. It emphasizes that narrators should be credible and that their accounts must be verified. This reflects the rigorous standards of hadith scholarship aimed at preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Modern Application
In today's world, this principle encourages individuals to seek reliable sources of information. Whether in media consumption or academic research, verifying the credibility of sources can help ensure that one is informed by accurate and trustworthy information.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the necessity of ensuring the reliability of narrators in the transmission of hadith.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #7420 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of Introduction. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Al-Hasan al-Hulwānī narrated to us, Yahyā bin Ādam narrated to us, Mis’ar narrated to us, he said:.