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An Introduction to the Science of Hadith

by Suhaib Hasan

A short primer on how hadith are graded — chains of narration, narrators and the terms scholars use.

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About this book

An Introduction to the Science of Hadith by Suhaib Hasan is a concise primer on mustalah al-hadith — the methods scholars use to evaluate hadith.

It explains the parts of a hadith (the chain and the text), the conditions for a hadith to be authentic, the categories sahih, hasan and da'if, defects in chains and texts, the criticism of narrators, and fabricated hadith. Key Arabic terms are explained clearly.

The book is short and well organised, making it ideal for a first look at the subject.

What's inside

  • The chain (isnad) and text (matn)
  • Categories of authentic and weak hadith
  • Narrator criticism
  • Hidden defects and fabrications
  • Key technical terms explained
Why we recommend itA quick, clear introduction for anyone who wants to understand what "sahih" or "weak" actually means.
Good forBeginners who want to understand how hadith are graded

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