Al-Bukhari (Muhammad ibn Ismail Al-Bukhari)

Muhammad ibn Ismail Al-Bukhari was a 9th-century Islamic scholar best known for compiling "Sahih Al-Bukhari," one of the most respected collections of hadith, which are sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad. His work is crucial in Islamic tradition as it provides guidance on both personal conduct and religious practices. Al-Bukhari meticulously verified the authenticity of the hadiths included in his collection, ensuring they had strong chains of narration. His contributions have made him a pivotal figure in Islamic scholarship, and his collection is regarded as a key source of Islamic theology alongside the Quran.