This write-up covers Narration #37157 (often cited as #38200 depending on the edition) from the Musannaf of Ibn Abi Shaybah, a foundational collection of early Islamic reports. Overview of Narration #37157
Kanz al-Ummal Cross-Reference: Sometimes cited in other encyclopedic works like Kanz al-Ummal with slightly different numbering. Reflection for Today musannaf ibn abi shaybah 37157
Misconception 1: "Ibn Abi Shaybah 37157 proves that small amounts of water are always pure." Fact: No. The Hadith specifically sets a minimum volume (2 Qullas). Water below that volume can be impurified. The weak chain does not negate the strong ruling, but the weak chain alone cannot be used as proof. This write-up covers Narration #37157 (often cited as
Ibn Abi Shaybah (d. 235/849) was a prominent Islamic scholar, muhaddith (hadith expert), and mufassir (exegete of the Quran). Born in Kufa, Iraq, he was a student of esteemed scholars, including the famous muhaddith, Abu Hanifa. Ibn Abi Shaybah's contributions to Islamic scholarship are immeasurable, with his magnum opus, the Musannaf, being one of the most influential works in the field. The Commentary on Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah by Dr
The Value of the Isnad (Chain of Transmission)
The narration typically discusses the interaction between Umar ibn al-Khattab and the household of Ali ibn Abi Talib. Because this event is central to the historical narrative of both Sunni and Shia traditions, Hadith 37157 is frequently cited in debates regarding: