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

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This hadith is from Sunan Abu Dawud, which contains 5,276 hadiths across 43 books. It is hadith number 2586 in the Book of Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad).

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Sunan Abu Dawud #2586

Q: What is Sunan Abu Dawud 2586 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad)) states: "The tradition mentioned above has also been narrated by Anas bin Malik through a different chain of narrators. He mentioned similar words. Abu Dawud said “the strongest of these traditions is the o…"

Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنِي يَحْيَى بْنُ كَثِيرٍ أَبُو غَسَّانَ الْعَنْبَرِيُّ، عَنْ عُثْمَانَ بْنِ سَعْدٍ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ كَانَتْ ‏.‏ فَذَكَرَ مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو دَاوُدَ أَقْوَى هَذِهِ الأَحَادِيثِ حَدِيثُ سَعِيدِ بْنِ أَبِي الْحَسَنِ وَالْبَاقِيَةُ ضِعَافٌ ‏.‏

The tradition mentioned above has also been narrated by Anas bin Malik through a different chain of narrators. He mentioned similar words. Abu Dawud said “the strongest of these traditions is the one of Sa’id bin Abu Al Hasan. The rest are weak.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of traditions and the importance of authenticity in hadith literature. It highlights the role of reliable narrators and the significance of maintaining the integrity of the Prophet's teachings.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle emphasizes the importance of verifying information and ensuring the authenticity of sources. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge from credible and reliable channels.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the importance of reliable narration and the integrity of the Prophet's teachings.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith