What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 798 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Leading the Prayer (Al-Imamah)) states: "(Another chain) from Abu Nadrah (from Abu Sa'eed) with similar narration."

Is this hadith authentic?

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

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This hadith is from Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 798 in the Book of The Book of Leading the Prayer (Al-Imamah).

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #798

The Book of Leading the Prayer (Al-Imamah)

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا سُوَيْدُ بْنُ نَصْرٍ، قَالَ أَنْبَأَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ، عَنِ الْجُرَيْرِيِّ، عَنْ أَبِي نَضْرَةَ، نَحْوَهُ ‏.‏

(Another chain) from Abu Nadrah (from Abu Sa'eed) with similar narration.

Context

This narration indicates the transmission of hadith through various chains, emphasizing the importance of preserving the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). The reliability of narrators and the authenticity of the hadith are crucial for the integrity of Islamic teachings, showcasing the meticulous nature of hadith scholarship.

Modern Application

In contemporary times, the study of hadith remains vital for understanding Islamic teachings. Scholars and students alike engage in rigorous research to ensure the authenticity of hadith, which helps maintain the integrity of religious practices and beliefs.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission because it reflects the process of narrating and preserving the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) through reliable chains.

Hadith Transmission