Person
Hadith narrator

Abu Jamrah

أبي جمرة

Abu Jamrah

d. 757 CE

Abu Jamrah was a reliable hadith narrator of the third generation, known for his sound memory and trustworthiness.

Abu Jamrah was a notable hadith narrator belonging to the third generation of Islamic transmitters, known as the Tabi‘ al-Tabi‘in. He was recognised for his reliable memory and trustworthiness in transmitting prophetic traditions. His contributions helped preserve the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad for later generations. Abu Jamrah lived during the early Islamic era, a time when the compilation and verification of hadith were crucial for Islamic jurisprudence and theology. Details about his tribal affiliation, family, and exact dates of birth and death remain scarce. His role as a transmitter places him among the respected figures who ensured the authenticity of Islamic teachings. The exact circumstances and date of his death are not well documented.

Significance

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

Reputation in tradition

Praised in Sunni tradition for his sound memory and trustworthiness as a hadith narrator.
Classical grade
thiqa
Generation
Tābiʿ al-Tābiʿīn
Narrations by collection
  • sahih bukhari: 0
Why they matter in hadith

He is a key transmitter in the isnād chains of major hadith collections.

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