Abu Dawood (Abu Dawood al-Sijistani)

Imam Abu Dawood (Abu Dawood al-Sijistani) was a 9th-century Islamic scholar renowned for compiling one of the six most important collections of Hadith—sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad. His work, known as "Sunan Abu Dawood," focuses on authentic or reliable traditions related to daily Islamic practices and laws. Its purpose is to guide Muslims in applying religious principles correctly. Abu Dawood's collection is valued for its depth, detail, and efforts to assess the authenticity of each Hadith, making it a key reference for scholars and students of Islam worldwide.