LessonsUṣūl al-Ḥadīth: Introduction and PurposeQuiz

Uṣūl al-Ḥadīth helps distinguish Hadith whose authenticity is established from reports whose authenticity is not established.

• This involves investigating both the people who transmitted a report and its wording.
• Its practical aim is to act on authentic Hadith.
• In this way, a person seeks well-being in this world and the Hereafter1.

1. Hereafter: Life after death.

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Uṣūl al-Ḥadīth: Introduction and Purpose

Uṣūl al-Ḥadīth helps distinguish Hadith whose authenticity is established from reports whose authenticity is not established.

• This involves investigating both the people who transmitted a report and its wording.
• Its practical aim is to act on authentic Hadith.
• In this way, a person seeks well-being in this world and the Hereafter1.

1. Hereafter: Life after death.