Imam al-Nasa’i
ImamImam al-Nasa’i (829-915 CE)
**Full Name:** Ahmad ibn Shu’ayb al-Nasa’i
**Biography:**
Imam al-Nasa’i was born in Nasa, present-day Turkmenistan. He traveled across the Islamic world, including Hijaz, Iraq, and Egypt, collecting Hadiths. His scholarship and piety earned him great respect among his peers.
**Major Contributions:**
– **Sunan al-Nasa’i:** This collection includes around 5,760 Hadiths, focusing on legal rulings and ethical guidance. Imam al-Nasa’i employed rigorous criteria for authenticity, ensuring a high standard of reliability.
– **Al-Sunan al-Kubra:** An expanded version of his primary collection, providing additional context and analysis for each Hadith.
**Legacy:**
Imam al-Nasa’i’s works are considered among the most reliable sources of Hadith. His attention to detail and his stringent standards for verifying Hadiths have ensured the enduring value of his collections.
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