Sunan Abu Dawud #3292
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This narration discusses the transmission of hadith and the reliability of narrators. It highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity of traditions attributed to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). The commentary by scholars like Ahmad ibn Hanbal reflects the meticulous nature of hadith scholarship and the need for accuracy in preserving the teachings of Islam.
Modern Application
In contemporary times, the emphasis on authenticity can be applied to various fields, including journalism and academic research. Ensuring that information is credible and accurately sourced is crucial for maintaining trust and integrity in communication.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it addresses the verification of narrators and the integrity of the transmission process in preserving Islamic teachings.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #3292 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Oaths and Vows (Kitab Al-Aiman Wa Al-Nudhur). It is graded Hasan and narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by al-Zuhri through a different chain of narrators to the same effect. Abu Dawud said:.