Person
Hadith narrator

ʿAbd Allāh ibn Abī ʾUffā

عبد الله بن أبي أوفى
Lifespan unknown

ʿAbd Allāh ibn Abī ʾUffā was a trustworthy hadith narrator of the third generation, known for his reliable transmissions in early Islamic history.

ʿAbd Allāh ibn Abī ʾUffā belonged to the third generation of hadith transmitters (Tabi‘ al-Tabi‘īn) and was renowned for his trustworthiness and reliability in narrating hadith. He lived during the early Islamic era, contributing to the preservation and transmission of the Prophet Muhammad's traditions. His narrations are considered reliable by Sunni scholars, which has secured his place in the chain of hadith transmission. Details about his tribal affiliation and family background are scarce, but his role as a hadith narrator marks his significance in Islamic scholarship. His death year and further biographical details remain unknown.

Significance

He is significant for his reliable transmission of hadith, contributing to the preservation of Islamic teachings.

Reputation in tradition

Praised in Sunni tradition as a trustworthy and reliable hadith narrator of the third generation.
Classical grade
thiqa
Generation
Tābiʿ al-Tābiʿīn
Narrations by collection
  • sahih bukhari: 0
Why they matter in hadith

He is an important transmitter in several hadith isnāds in Sahih al-Bukhari.

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