Question: Are all the hadiths in the six famous books of hadith authentic, or are some weak?
Answer: In the six famous books of hadith, all the hadiths in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim are authentic. However, in the other four books of hadith (Abu Dawood, An-Nasa’i, At-Tirmidhi, and Ibn Majah), there are both authentic and weak narrations.
When you see a reference from Sahih Bukhari or Sahih Muslim, you can be assured that the hadith is authentic. However, when you come across a hadith from the other four books, it is advisable to consult scholars to determine whether the hadith is authentic or weak. Act upon the authentic hadiths and avoid acting upon the weak ones.
Additionally, keep in mind that many references to hadiths on social media may be incorrect. Therefore, always verify the references, as sometimes false statements are attributed to hadiths, and the references provided may also be false.
Sheikh Maqbool Ahmed Salafi (may Allah preserve him)
❪Jeddah Dawah Center, Hayy Al-Salamah – Saudi Arabia❫
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