Highlight the factors that promoted the study of Hadith after the death of the Prophet...

Explanation

Hadith means words, actions and silent/tacit approval of the Prophet (S.A.W.)

*During the life time of the Prophet (S.A.W.) and even after his death, his companions (A???b) used to refer to him directly, when quoting his sayings.

*The successors ( T?bi c?n) followed suit as some of them used to quote the Prophet (S.A.W) through the companions while others would omit the intermediate authorities.

*Many companions of the Prophet (S.A.W.) committed themselves to the study of the Hadith.

*It has also been noted that prominent companions e.g. cAli, ibn Masc?d and ibn ‘Abb?s would advise the T?bic?n to learn the Hadith.

*The transmission of Hadith was passed down from generation to generation.

*Thousands upon thousands of people began to transmit ?adith

*Consequently, deliberate fabrication of A??d?th by various sects led to the revival of the study of Hadith.

*As time passed by, more reports were involved in each Isn?d, so the situation demanded strict discipline in the acceptance of A??d?th

*These led to the verification of authentic ?adith.

*Likewise, the science of <em>Matn </em>(text) took root.

*The science of Asm?’ ar-Rij?l came into study.

*The desire of the Muslims to follow the Sunnah of the Prophet (S.A.W.) also served as a factor.