The Importance of Sunnah And Methods of Understanding Hadith Accurately

Abstract

The essence of comprehending hadith is to apply it correctly. Scholars underlined the necessity of correctly comprehending the hadith text in order to reduce confusion and avoid inconsistencies on the contents. Considering its origins, situation, and condition, as well as its aim, is one technique of analyzing hadith. In other words, a hadith must be comprehended holistically by considering other hadiths in the same chapter. This essay attempts to raise awareness about the necessity of interpreting hadith using the scholars' method prominently written by Dr. Yusuf al-Qaradhawi. In this article, inductive and deductive procedures are utilized to summarize the benefits and disciplines associated with these methods. Furthermore, critical methodology is utilized to analyze the viewpoints of hadith scholars when there is disagreement on a particular issue. This article also covers the eight primary approaches for applying the process of interpreting a hadith. The findings of this article are expected to aid both researchers and Muslims in understanding the Prophet's hadiths. It is also advised to consult authoritative hadiths and references from scholars, which can enlighten the community while also assisting them in understanding the hadiths of Allah's Messenger, peace and blessings be upon him, and the essence of their content to be practiced correctly.