Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 7427 in the Book of Introduction.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 7427 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of Introduction), narrated by Ahmad bin Ibrāhīm ad-Dawraqī narrated to me, he said Abd ur-Rahman bin Mahdī narrated to me, on authority Hammād bin Zayd, he said, Ayyūb mentioned a man one day and said :, states: "‘He is not upright in speech ’."

Introduction

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي أَحْمَدُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ الدَّوْرَقِيُّ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ مَهْدِيٍّ، عَنْ حَمَّادِ بْنِ زَيْدٍ، قَالَ ذَكَرَ أَيُّوبُ رَجُلاً يَوْمًا فَقَالَ لَمْ يَكُنْ بِمُسْتَقِيمِ اللِّسَانِ وَذَكَرَ آخَرَ فَقَالَ هُوَ يَزِيدُ فِي الرَّقْمِ ‏.‏

‘He is not upright in speech ’.

Narrated by Ahmad bin Ibrāhīm ad-Dawraqī narrated to me, he said Abd ur-Rahman bin Mahdī narrated to me, on authority Hammād bin Zayd, he said, Ayyūb mentioned a man one day and said :

Context

This hadith discusses the importance of truthfulness in speech. The narrator mentions a man who was not upright in his words, contrasting him with another who was known for his honesty. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized the value of truthful communication, which is essential for trust and integrity in relationships. This serves as a reminder of the ethical standards expected of individuals in their interactions.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, being truthful is crucial for building trust in personal and professional relationships. Practicing honesty fosters a culture of transparency and accountability, which is vital for healthy interactions in various aspects of life.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Truthfulness and Ethical Behavior because it underscores the importance of honesty in communication and the ethical implications of one's words.

Truthfulness Ethical Behavior