Person
Hadith narrator

Muʿtamir ibn Sulaymān

معتمر بن سليمان
d. 776 CE

Muʿtamir ibn Sulaymān was a notable tabiʿi hadith narrator of the 2nd century AH, recognised for his reliability and frequently cited in major hadith collections.

Muʿtamir ibn Sulaymān was a prominent tabiʿi, belonging to the generation following the Sahaba, who lived during the 2nd century AH. He was known primarily as a reliable narrator of hadith, contributing to the preservation and transmission of prophetic traditions. His narrations are frequently cited in major hadith compilations, underscoring his importance in early Islamic scholarship. Muʿtamir's role as a transmitter helped bridge the gap between the companions of the Prophet and later generations of Muslims. Details about his tribal affiliation and family background are not clearly documented in the available sources. His exact birth and death years remain uncertain, but his activity is placed firmly in the early Abbasid period. Muʿtamir ibn Sulaymān's contributions continue to be valued in Sunni hadith studies.

Significance

He is significant for his reliable narration of hadith during the formative period of Islamic tradition.

Reputation in tradition

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

He is an important transmitter in the early generations of hadith narrators, trusted for his accuracy.

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