English Translation of Sunan Abu Dawud (5 Vols) – Complete 5-Volume Hadith Collection by Darussalam with Commentary and Authenticity Status

Overview

The English Translation of Sunan Abu Dawud (5 Volume Set) is one of the most trusted and widely used English editions of the famous hadith collection compiled by Imam Abu Dawud Sulayman ibn al-Ash‘ath al-Azdi as-Sijistani.

Published by Darussalam, this deluxe edition presents each hadith in clear, modern English with authentic commentary and explanatory notes — making it accessible for both students and general readers.

About the Edition

Unlike other prints, this Darussalam edition features crisp, clear printing and durable deluxe binding. Each hadith is accompanied by commentary to help readers understand its meaning, context, and the lessons derived from it.

Every narration is also followed by a note indicating its authenticity status (sahih, hasan, da‘if, etc.), with further explanations available in the Arabic text.

For concise reading, the full chain of narrators (isnad) remains in the Arabic section but is omitted from the English translation for clarity and readability.

Key Features

• Complete English translation of Sunan Abu Dawud in 5 hardcover volumes
• Commentary after each hadith explaining rulings and meanings
• Authenticity status provided for every narration
• Introduction on how to benefit from the collection
• Glossary of Islamic and technical terms included in the final volume
• Clear, modern English language with accurate translation
• High-quality printing and deluxe binding by Darussalam

Publisher

• Publisher: Darussalam
• Author: Imam Abu Dawud Sulayman ibn al-Ash‘ath as-Sijistani
• Language: English (with Arabic text)
• Binding: Hardcover (5 Volumes)
• Format: Deluxe Edition

Why This Set is Essential

Sunan Abu Dawud is one of the Six Major Books of Hadith (Kutub al-Sittah) and an indispensable source for understanding Islamic jurisprudence and daily practice.
This edition combines scholarly precision with accessibility, making it ideal for students of knowledge, imams, teachers, and serious readers seeking reliable translations and clear commentary.