1. Plural of hadith; reports of the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, used as a source of Islamic law and practice.
Usage: Islamic religious term; Often used in academic and religious contexts; Singular form is 'hadith'

Examples

• Islamic scholars study the ahadith to understand the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
• The authenticity of ahadith is determined through rigorous chains of transmission.
• Collections of ahadith form an important part of Islamic jurisprudence.
• Students of Islamic studies learn to evaluate ahadith based on established criteria.
• The ahadith provide guidance on matters of daily life and religious practice.