An Introduction to the Science of Hadith

by Suhaib Hasan

A brief history of Mustalah al-Hadith Mustalah al-Hadith (the Classification of Hadith) Rijal al-Hadith (the study of the reporters of Hadith) The classification of Hadith: According to the reference to a particular authority According to the links in the isnad According to the number of reporters in each stage of the isnad According to the manner in which the Hadith is reported According to the nature of the text and isnad According to a hidden defect found in the isnad or text of a Hadith According to the reliability and memory of the reporter Further branches of Mustalah and Rijal (Muhammed Online Islamic Book Store +91 99457 44117)

Genres: Islam

64 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Lumturi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very nice book and very neutral. Describes all the different rankings and classifications of hadith. Gives a lot of scholars names to look into for further research and is very short and can be read online.

[Opu Hossain]

Very good book to understand how hadiths are explained in to different category.

[Shahrian Shihab · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favourite books on Ulum al-Hadith. Discusses all the main terminologies of Hadith.

[AB Siddik · Rating 4 out of 5]

A clear and concise introduction to the principles behind hadith studies.

The book explains key concepts like authenticity and classification in a simple, structured way without feeling overwhelming. It’s easy to follow, even for beginners.

A solid starting point for anyone interested in understanding how hadith are studied and verified.

[Rida · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short and precise book to learn the different categories the hadiths are put in. Allahumma barek.

[Osman · Rating 5 out of 5]

good