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 4502 in the Book of Types of Blood-Wit (Kitab Al-Diyat).

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Q: What is Sunan Abu Dawud 4502 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Types of Blood-Wit (Kitab Al-Diyat)) states: "The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by 'Alqamah b. Wa'il through a different chain of narrators and to the same effect."

Types of Blood-Wit (Kitab Al-Diyat)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عُمَرَ بْنِ مَيْسَرَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي جَامِعُ بْنُ مَطَرٍ، حَدَّثَنِي عَلْقَمَةُ بْنُ وَائِلٍ، بِإِسْنَادِهِ وَمَعْنَاهُ ‏.‏

The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by 'Alqamah b. Wa'il through a different chain of narrators and to the same effect.

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of the transmission of knowledge within Islamic tradition. It emphasizes that the same message can be conveyed through different chains of narrators, ensuring the preservation of teachings attributed to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The reliability of these narrations is crucial for maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In today's world, the transmission of knowledge remains vital, especially in educational settings. Ensuring that information is accurately passed down through credible sources helps maintain the integrity of teachings in various fields, including religious studies, history, and science.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it demonstrates the importance of multiple chains of narrators in preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith