Hadith Sciences(Mustalah -AlHadith)

Introduction to Hadith Sciences(Mustalah -AlHadith)

About Course

This course focuses on the significance of Hadith in Islam. Hadith is crucial for interpreting the Holy Quran, and our online courses cater to both children and adults aiming to deepen their connection with Allah SWT and gain a deeper understanding of islam.

Hadith, as the second primary source of Islamic law, encompasses the actions, words, traits, or even the silence of the Prophet (PBUH). It clarifies many commandments of the Quran that may be ambiguous on their own. Moreover, Hadith provides detailed guidance on how to live our daily lives, offering intricate instructions that remain relevant until the Day of Judgment. The preservation of these teachings is owed to the Prophet’s companions.

To facilitate access to Hadith education for Muslims unable to attend traditional Madrassas, our website, Al-Rehman Online Quran Institute, offers online Hadith courses.

Description

Our courses are designed to accommodate students at all levels, ranging from beginners to advanced learners.

Our beginner-level program is an interactive course available in both Arabic and English. It covers foundational Hadiths, activities, and exercises on beliefs, worship, and ethics. Developed by Al-Rehman Online Quran Institute, this course ensures that students establish a solid grounding in the basics of Hadith.

Intermediate-level students are offered a comprehensive study of the Forty Nawawi Book, with detailed explanations of the Hadiths and the lessons derived from them. This course aims to provide a deeper understanding of Hadith and its practical applications.

For advanced-level students seeking a deeper exploration of the science of Hadith, our program covers terminology, research methods in the chain of narration (Sanad) and the text (Matn), the compilation of Prophetic traditions, the arrangement of Hadiths, and methods of Hadith classification. Enroll at Al-Rehman Online Quran Institute today to begin your journey towards becoming a Hadith scholar. Our experienced faculty and advanced curriculum offer a distinctive and unparalleled learning experience.

Introduction to the course

Why join us for Quran Memorization?

The study of Hadeeth is a important part of Islamic knowledge.

It's important not only for preserving the Sunnah but also because other Islamic fields, like Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), rely on it. Fiqh rulings are based on the Qur’an and Hadeeth.

Many disagreements among Islamic legal scholars arise from differing opinions on whether a Hadeeth is valid for making rulings. One scholar may have stricter standards for Hadeeth authenticity than another.

Consequently, the science of evaluating Hadeeth impacts other Islamic Sciences.

Course overview

This introductory course aims to teach students the language and terminology used by Hadith scholars, known as Mustalah al-Hadith or Usul al-Hadith.

It is perfect for anyone interested in learning about Hadith science, with no prior knowledge needed.

The course covers the basics of Hadith, the terminology used, and the different types of narration chains linking back to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

Course importance

The science of Mustalah ul Hadith has enabled Muslims to safeguard their religion. This field is crucial because, without it, we would not be able to distinguish authentic statements of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) from fabrications. This would leave us in a situation similar to that of Christians, whose religious doctrine lacks verifiable authenticity tracing back to Jesus (Peace be upon him). Thankfully, Allah has blessed us with a meticulous process to scrutinize and classify the Prophet's sayings, ensuring our doctrines remain indisputable, as reflected in the Qur'an.

Moreover, Mustalah ul Hadith helps identify and reject fabricated and weak ahadeeth, which are often used by deviant sects within Islam.

Introduction to the course

The course aims to equip learners with critical skills necessary for scholarly analysis and interpretation of hadith literature.

Course Objectives for Mustalih ul Hadith

1. Understand the Types of Khabar – In Terms of Transmission:
- Learn the various categories of hadith based on their modes of transmission.

2. Define and Differentiate Saheeh, Hasan, and Daeef Hadith:
- Gain a clear understanding of what constitutes a Saheeh (authentic), Hasan (good), and Daeef (weak) hadith.

3. Identify the 5 Conditions of Saheeh Hadith:
- Master the five essential criteria that must be met for a hadith to be classified as Saheeh.

4. Analyze the 4 Types of Breaks in a Chain (Inqitaa’):
- Explore and identify the different types of interruptions that can occur in the chain of narrators.

5. Explore and identify the different types of interruptions that can occur in the chain of narrators.
- Learn about Tadlees (concealment or omission) in hadith transmission.

6. Recognize Mudtarib Hadith:
- Identify Mudtarib (confused or inconsistent) hadith and understand the factors leading to such categorization.

7. Understand Idraaj in Hadith:
- Study the concept of Idraaj (insertion of a narrator's words into the hadith text).

8. Analyze Ziyadah fil-Hadith:
- Understand the implications of additional phrases or sentences (Ziyadah) in hadith.

9. Explore Ikhtisar al-Hadith:
- Learn about the summarization (Ikhtisar) of hadith and its impact on transmission.

10. Narrating Hadith by Meaning:
- Understand the permissibility and limitations of narrating hadith by their meanings rather than exact wording.

11. Identify Fabricated Hadith:
- Learn to detect and understand the nature and signs of fabricated hadith.

Study Jarh & Ta’deel:
- Explore the principles and practices of Jarh (disparagement) and Ta’deel (validation) in evaluating narrators.

Analyze Ta’aarud al-Jarh & al-Ta’deel:
- Study the conflict and reconciliation between Jarh and Ta’deel evaluations.

Understand the Types of Khabar
- In Terms of Who it is Attributed to: - Learn the different types of hadith based on their attribution to various sources (Prophet, Companions, etc.).