A sophisticated methodology for dating and authenticating hadith through comprehensive chain and textual analysis
The Hadith of Intention - One of the most important hadiths in Islam
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Explore the biographies and scholarly assessments of key narrators in hadith transmission
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Isnād-cum-Matn Analysis (ICMA) is a sophisticated methodology developed by scholars like Harald Motzki for dating and authenticating hadith. It combines both isnād (chain of transmission) and matn (text) analysis to establish the historical reliability of prophetic traditions.
This platform guides you through each step of the ICMA process, providing access to the tools you need to conduct rigorous academic research on hadith transmission.