Person
Hadith narrator

Bishr ibn Muhammad

بشر بن محمد
d. 776 CE

Bishr ibn Muhammad was a trustworthy hadith narrator of the third generation, known for his reliable transmission in major hadith collections.

Bishr ibn Muhammad was a third-generation Islamic hadith narrator, recognised for his trustworthiness in transmitting prophetic traditions. He belonged to the early Islamic era following the companions of the Prophet Muhammad. His narrations are frequently cited in the chains of transmission within major hadith compilations, reflecting his reliability and importance in preserving Islamic teachings. Although detailed personal and tribal information about him is scarce, his role as a reliable transmitter marks his significance in Islamic scholarship. There is no clear record of his birth or death years, nor detailed information about his family or tribal affiliations. His contributions primarily lie in the field of hadith narration, which is crucial for Islamic jurisprudence and history.

Significance

He is significant for his reliable transmission of hadith, which supports the authenticity 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 valued for his reliability and frequent appearance in hadith isnāds.

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