Validity vs Virality of Hadiths in Digital Era A Matan Criticism Study of Popular Hadiths on Social Media
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https://doi.org/10.70062/incoils.v5i1.466Keywords:
matan criticism, popular hadiths, social media, validity, Islamic literacyAbstract
The phenomenon of the widespread dissemination of popular hadiths on social media has raised concerns about the authenticity of Islamic teachings received by the broader public. This study aims to examine the validity of viral hadiths through a matan criticism approach, analyzing the textual consistency of these hadiths with the Qur’an, authentic hadiths, sound reasoning, and historical context. The research employs a qualitative method based on library research, with content analysis of popular hadiths circulating on digital platforms. The finding indicate that several hadiths in circulation do not meet the criteria of authentic matan, and most lack a clear chain of transmission (sanad). In the digital context, matan criticism can be applied through digital takhrij and verification using hadith applications. The internalization of a critical religious attitude, such as tabayyun (careful verification), hadith literacy education, and the use of information technology, becomes an essential strategy in preserving the authenticity of Islamic teachings. This study recommends strengthening Islamic literacy based on matan criticism as a preventive measure again the spread of fabricated hadiths in the digital era..References
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