Overview of Sunnah and Hadith

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What is the primary argument presented in this verse for the authenticity of Hadith?

  • The verse explicitly states that the Qur'an is preserved, implying that the Hadith is also protected.
  • The connection between the Qur'an and Hadith is implicit in the verse, suggesting their shared origin and authenticity. (correct)
  • The Qur'an's own authority is the basis for the authenticity of Hadith.
  • The verse suggests that knowledge of the divine will (like in Hadith) comes from the same source as the Qur'an.

Which of the following interpretations of the verse is most plausible, considering the focus on the Qur'an?

  • The verse implies that the Qur'an's authenticity is a pre-requisite for the validity of Hadith, as it establishes the divine source.
  • The verse emphasizes the Qur'an's role as the primary source of divine guidance, with Hadith being a secondary aspect.
  • The verse indirectly suggests that the principles of preservation mentioned for the Qur'an are also applicable to Hadith. (correct)
  • The verse establishes a direct, explicit link between the Qur'an and the authenticity of Hadith.

Which of these is NOT a direct implication of the verse in relation to Hadith?

  • The verse explicitly mentions that the Qur'an is a reminder, and Hadith can also be considered a reminder.
  • The divine origin of the Qur'an indicates a possible divine origin for Hadith.
  • The Qur'an serves as a primary source, with Hadith potentially offering additional insights.
  • The preservation of the Qur'an suggests a similar preservation mechanism for Hadith. (correct)

Based on the verse, what type of reasoning is used to connect the Qur'an's authenticity to the authenticity of Hadith?

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How effectively does the verse demonstrate the authenticity of the Hadith itself, given its primary focus on the Qur'an?

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Qur'an and the message it conveys?

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What is the primary purpose of the Qur'an as stated in this verse?

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Which of these statements is NOT an accurate implication of the verse?

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The phrase "sent down the reminder" in the verse refers to what?

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Based on the verse, what is the role of Prophet Muhammad in relation to the message of the Qur'an?

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Which of the following statements best describes the primary argument for the authenticity of hadith presented in the text?

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Based on the text, what is the significance of the 'successive generations of the Muslim Ummah' in relation to the authenticity of hadith?

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Which of the following concepts is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text as a contributing factor to the authenticity of hadith?

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What is the main implication of the statement 'Utmost care has been taken by the successive generations of the Muslim Ummah in order to preserve the authentic hadith of the Prophet (S.A.W)'?

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Which of the following statements best captures the central theme of the passage?

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Flashcards

Qur'an

The holy book of Islam believed to be the word of God.

Authenticity of Hadith

The trustworthiness of recorded sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad.

Preservation of the Qur'an

The belief that God protects the Qur'an from alteration or loss.

Remembrance in Islam

The practice of reciting the Qur'an and remembering God's words.

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Deductive Argument

A logical reasoning method that draws conclusions from general statements.

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Reminder (Qur'an)

The Qur'an is referred to as a reminder sent to mankind.

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Purpose of the Qur'an

The Qur'an aims to explain clearly to mankind what was revealed to them.

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Role of Prophet Muhammad

Muhammad was tasked with conveying the teachings of the Qur'an to people.

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Explanation of teachings

The Qur'an requires explanation for proper understanding by mankind.

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Divine revelation

The Qur'an is considered a divine revelation from God to Muhammad.

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Inductive Argument for Hadith

An argument that uses historical facts to show the reliability of hadith.

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Compilation of Hadith

The process of collecting and preserving sayings of the Prophet Muhammad.

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Muslim Ummah

The global community of Muslims committed to preserving Islamic teachings.

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Authentic Hadith Preservation

The meticulous care taken to maintain the integrity of hadith.

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Historical Facts in Hadith

Evidence from history used to validate the authenticity of hadith.

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Study Notes

Sunnah and Hadith Overview

  • Sunnah: Refers to the Prophet's (S.A.W) practices, sayings, and tacit approvals.
  • Hadith: The reported and recorded form of Sunnah. Also known as Khabar.

Literal Meaning

  • Sunnah: individual practice, custom of society, or tradition of many generations
  • Hadith: a saying, a piece of information

Technical Meaning

  • Sunnah:
    • Sayings of the Prophet (S.A.W)
    • Practices of the Prophet (S.A.W)
    • Tacit approvals of the Prophet (S.A.W)
  • Hadith: The reported and recorded form of Sunnah.

Arguments for Authenticity

  • Deductive: Obeying Allah and the Messenger leads to mercy. This means that Allah preserves and revealed the Qur'an and that is preserved. The hadith are a reminder of the same.
  • Inductive: Care was taken to preserve authentic hadith through historical record by successive generations of the Muslim Ummah.

Compilation Periods

  • Age of the Prophet (S.A.W) and companions: Memorization, discussion, practice, writing (by Ali, Abdullah Ibn Amr ibn Al-Aas, Abu Hurairah)
  • Age of Tabi'een and Tabi' Tabi'een: Compilation by Hassan al-Basri, Ibn Shihab al-Zuhri, Hammam Ibn Munabbih (student of Abu Hurairah R.A), Al-Mu'atta of Imam Malik, Musnad of Imam Ahmad Ibn Hanbal.
  • Third Century Hijri (Golden Period): Collection of six authentic books: Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abu Dawood, Sunan Nisaai, Jami' Tirmizi, Sunan Ibn Majah (also known as The Six Authentic Books).

Classification of Hadith (by number of narrators)

  • Mutawatir: Narrated by a large number of reliable individuals at each stage that makes fabrication impossible.
    • Two Types:
      • Verbal Mutawatir: Examples include the last sermon of Prophet (S.A.W) and saying "Whoever invents a lie and attributes it..."
      • Conceptual Mutawatir: Related to daily prayers, punishment in grave
  • Wahid: A hadith that is not mutawatir.
    • Further Classification:
      • Mashhur: Narrated by at least three narrators at each stage of narration
      • Azeez: Narrated by at least two narrators at each stage of narration
      • Ghareeb: Narrated by at least one narrator at each stage of narration

Two Parts of Hadith

  • Sanad:  Chain of Narration
  • Matan: Text of Hadith

Conditions for Khabar Wahid Hadith

  • Sanad (Chain): Complete, without flaws, narrators with good character & memory
  • Matan (Text): Supported by evidence from the Quran & other ahadith, actual facts

Classification of Hadith (by quality)

  • Sahih: Authentic (meets all criteria for evaluation)
  • Hassan: Good (meets most criteria but one narrator lacks good memory)
  • Zaeef: Weak (broken chain, narrator who committed sin)
  • Mawzu: Fabricated (wrongly attributed to the Prophet)

Important Categories

  • Only Sahih and Hassan accepted in important religious matters
  • Za'eef can be used as supportive information, not the main source.

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