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Sunnah

The Sunnah (Arabic: سنة), also spelled as Sunnah or Sunnah, refers to the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, which, along with the Quran, form the primary source of Islamic law and guidance for Muslims. The term is derived from the Arabic root sanna, meaning "to establish a custom" or "to follow a precedent." In Hebrew, the term is translated as סונה (Sunah). In Persian, it is known as سنته (Sonnat), and in Turkish, it is called Sünnet. The Sunnah is preserved in various collections of hadith, which are records of the sayings and actions of Muhammad compiled by his companions and later scholars. These collections serve as a crucial source for understanding Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) and the moral and ethical teachings of Islam. The Sunnah provides practical examples of how to implement the principles outlined in the Quran, covering aspects of worship, daily life, social interactions, and personal conduct. It is considered essential for Muslims to follow the Sunnah as it is believed to embody the perfect example set by Muhammad, who is regarded as the ideal model for all believers.

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Sunnah
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Sunnah
Sunnah is the body of traditions and practices of the Islamic prophet Muhammad that constitute a model for Muslims to follow. For Muslims, the sunnah is what all the Muslims of Muhammad's time supposedly saw, followed, and passed on to the next generations. However, what constitutes the Sunnah, and its interpretation, depends significantly on the specific Islamic sect and school of thought. Sunnis rely on six major canonical hadith collections to document the Sunnah, known as Kutub al-Sittah. For Shias, the sunnah is generally documented in Kutub al-'Arba'a, which give preference to hadiths attributed to the Prophet's family and the Twelve Imams. For Ibadis, the sunnah is documented in the two hadith collections Jami Sahih and Tartib al-Musnad. Sufis hold that Muhammad transmitted his sunnah, including his spiritual values, "through a series of Sufi teachers".
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