When a Hadith is narrated by different persons but one narrator is of higher rank, it is called what type of Hadith?

Explanation

Mashhoor Hadith refers to a tradition that is narrated by three or more narrators at every level of the chain, but does not reach the level of Mutawatir in terms of the number of narrators. It is distinguished from Aziz (narrated by at least two narrators at each level) and Ghareeb (narrated by only one narrator at any level). The term "Mashhoor" literally means "well-known" or "famous," and in Hadith terminology it occupies a middle rank between Mutawatir and the weaker categories in terms of chains of transmission.

Good to know

Hadith are classified based on the number of narrators in the chain of transmission (Isnad). Mutawatir Hadith has a large number of narrators at every level making it absolutely authentic, while Mashhoor Hadith has at least three narrators at each level. Aziz Hadith has at least two narrators, and Ghareeb Hadith has only a single narrator at some point in the chain. This classification helps scholars assess the strength and reliability of Hadith narrations.

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