What is Sunan Abu Dawud 4319 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Battles (Kitab Al-Malahim)), narrated by Shu’bah said in his version:, states: "“the letters k, f, r” (are on his forehead)."

Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan Abu Dawud, which contains 5,276 hadiths across 43 books. It is hadith number 4319 in the Book of Battles (Kitab Al-Malahim).

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Sunan Abu Dawud #4319

Battles (Kitab Al-Malahim)

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 الْمُثَنَّى، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ جَعْفَرٍ، عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، ك ف ر ‏.‏

“the letters k, f, r” (are on his forehead).

Narrated by Shu’bah said in his version:

Context

This hadith mentions the letters 'k, f, r' being on someone's forehead, which is a reference to a specific sign or mark. The context suggests a discussion about identity or recognition within the community. It highlights the significance of understanding and verifying information before drawing conclusions.

Modern Application

In modern contexts, this hadith serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information and understanding the context before making judgments about others. It encourages critical thinking and discernment in our interactions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the importance of accurate reporting and understanding in the transmission of hadith.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith