Sunan Abu Dawud #3325

Oaths and Vows (Kitab Al-Aiman Wa Al-Nudhur)
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 عَوْفٍ، أَنَّ سَعِيدَ بْنَ الْحَكَمِ، حَدَّثَهُمْ أَخْبَرَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ أَيُّوبَ، حَدَّثَنِي كَعْبُ بْنُ عَلْقَمَةَ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ ابْنَ شِمَاسَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي الْخَيْرِ، عَنْ عُقْبَةَ بْنِ عَامِرٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم مِثْلَهُ ‏.‏
A similar tradition has also been transmitted by 'Uqbah b. 'Amir from the Prophet (ﷺ) through a different chain of narrators.

Context

This hadith indicates the reliability of hadith transmission, as it mentions a similar tradition being reported through different chains of narrators. This highlights the importance of preserving and transmitting the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) accurately, ensuring that the message of Islam remains intact.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle underscores the value of credible sources and the importance of verifying information. It encourages individuals to seek authentic knowledge and to be cautious about the information they share.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it emphasizes the significance of accurate reporting and preservation of the Prophet's teachings.

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This hadith is #3325 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Oaths and Vows (Kitab Al-Aiman Wa Al-Nudhur). It is graded Sahih.

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