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Sunan Abu Dawud #4288

The Promised Deliverer (Kitab Al-Mahdi)
Sahih in chain

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

حَدَّثَنَا هَارُونُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الصَّمَدِ، عَنْ هَمَّامٍ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، بِهَذَا الْحَدِيثِ وَقَالَ ‏"‏ تِسْعَ سِنِينَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو دَاوُدَ وَقَالَ غَيْرُ مُعَاذٍ عَنْ هِشَامٍ ‏"‏ تِسْعَ سِنِينَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
The other narrators mentioned "nine years" from Hisham except Mu'adh.
Narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Qatadah through a different chain of narrators. This version has "nine years". Abu Dawud said:

Context

This narration discusses the transmission of a hadith, where the mention of 'nine years' is highlighted. It emphasizes the importance of accuracy in the reporting of hadiths, showcasing the meticulous nature of Islamic scholarship. The takeaway is a reminder of the significance of reliable transmission in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Modern Application

In contemporary contexts, this principle underscores the importance of accuracy and integrity in sharing information. Whether in academic settings or everyday conversations, ensuring that information is conveyed correctly fosters trust and understanding among individuals.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the careful process of narrating hadiths and the emphasis on maintaining accuracy in their transmission.

Hadith TransmissionAuthenticity in Hadith

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #4288 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of The Promised Deliverer (Kitab Al-Mahdi). It is graded Sahih in chain and narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Qatadah through a different chain of narrators. This version has "nine years". Abu Dawud said:.

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