Question

Is this Hadith authentic?

Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said:

“Knowledge will be acquired for purposes other than the Din”

 

Answer

This is part of a longer Hadith wherein Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) explained the signs of Qiyamah. Imam Tirmidhi (rahimahullah) has recorded this Hadith. The Hadith is suitable to quote.

 

See the full Hadith and authenticity here.

 

And Allah Ta’ala Knows best.

 

Answered by: Moulana Suhail Motala

 

Approved by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar

 

Checked by: Moulana Haroon Abasoomar