Mukhtasar Sahih al-Bukhari (2 Volume Set)

Mukhtasar Sahih al-Bukhari is Imam Zayn al-Din Ahmad ibn Abd al-Latif Al-Zubaidi's abridgment of Sahih Al-Bukhari — the most authentic hadith collection after the Quran — condensed from roughly 7,275 narrations (counting repetitions) down to the distinct hadith only. This Darussalam edition presents the Arabic text alongside Hafiz Abdul Sattar Hamad's Urdu translation, in a 2-volume, 1,388-page hardcover set.

What "abridged" actually means here

Imam Bukhari organized Sahih al-Bukhari by repeating many hadith across multiple chapters wherever they were relevant to more than one ruling or topic — useful for cross-referencing, but it means the same narration can appear five or six times through the book. Al-Zubaidi's abridgment, known in Arabic as At-Tajrid as-Sarih, removes those repeated chains and groups each hadith under a single chapter instead, so a reader looking for what the Sahih says on a given topic isn't hunting across scattered repeats. The wording and chains of the hadith themselves are untouched — nothing is removed from the content, only the duplication.

What it covers

Faith and belief, the acts of worship, transactions and rulings, and the Prophet's (PBUH) own conduct and character — the same range Sahih al-Bukhari covers, just organized for faster reference. Hafiz Abdul Sattar Hamad's Urdu translation adds concise notes at points that benefit from clarification, aimed at practical understanding rather than academic commentary.

Why this abridgment specifically

At-Tajrid as-Sarih is one of the standard texts in the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum used across South Asian madrasahs, which is part of why it's a common pick for students rather than going straight to the unabridged multi-volume Sahih al-Bukhari.

Specifications

• Abridged by: Imam Ahmad ibn Abd al-Latif Al-Zubaidi
• Urdu translation: Hafiz Abdul Sattar Hamad
• Language: Urdu with Arabic hadith text
• Volumes: 2
• Pages: 1,388 total
• Dimensions: 17 x 24 cm
• Binding: Hardcover
• Print: 1-color
• Publisher: Darussalam

Who this is for

Dars-e-Nizami students, and anyone who wants the full content of Sahih al-Bukhari without repeated hadith taking up shelf space and reading time across the unabridged set. If you specifically need the complete, unabridged Sahih al-Bukhari instead, Sahih Al-Bukhari (6 Vol. Set) is the full Arabic edition. For English readers, this same abridgment is available as Summarized Sahih Al-Bukhari, translated by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan. And for background on Imam Bukhari himself, Imam Muhammad bin Ismael Al-Bukhari aur Sahih Al-Bukhari covers his life and how the Sahih came together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the abridgment remove any hadith, or just repeats?

Just the repeats. Al-Zubaidi's abridgment removes the duplicate chains that appear when the same hadith is repeated across multiple chapters in the original Sahih al-Bukhari, and groups each hadith under one chapter instead — no content is cut.

Is this the same abridgment as the English "Summarized Sahih Al-Bukhari"?

Yes — both are Al-Zubaidi's At-Tajrid as-Sarih abridgment. This is the Urdu edition; the English edition, translated by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan, is sold separately.

Does this include the Arabic text or only the Urdu translation?

Both — the Arabic hadith text is printed alongside Hafiz Abdul Sattar Hamad's Urdu translation.

Is this suitable for Dars-e-Nizami study?

Yes — At-Tajrid as-Sarih is one of the standard hadith texts in the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum.

How long does delivery take?

Most orders arrive in 3–5 working days anywhere in Pakistan, with same-day dispatch from Lahore for orders placed before 1 PM.

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