Hadith Transmission: The Prophet's Approaches in Eschatological Narratives Related to Al-Fitan and Signs of The Hour

Abstract

This article discussed the technique used by the prophet in narrating the hadith related to al-fitan wa ashrat al-sa’ah. Comprehending the methodology of Prophet Muhammad's communication is crucial for gaining a deeper insight into his role as a model and for those seeking to emulate his Sunnah. The objective of this research is to identify the features and criteria of prophetic tradition demonstrated by the prophet in narrating the hadith related to al-fitan wa ashrat al-sa’ah. This identification is significant to Muslim society in preventing them from having any misunderstandings towards prophetic traditions or manipulating them from their rightful meaning. Some examples of hadith narration using different techniques will also be presented. Besides, this paper also discussed the specific criteria of hadith al-fitan wa ashrat al-sa’ah. The research methodology employed involves a descriptive analysis of books and writings authored by respected and prominent scholars within the field of hadith. It is hoped that the findings of this research will contribute to rectifying the understanding and approaches to interacting with these hadiths. This attempt seeks to preserve and refine them, ultimately facilitating a clearer comprehension among scholars and researchers.