Sahih Al-Bukhari (Arabic–English) – Complete 9 Volume Book Set

Sahih Al-Bukhari in English — the complete, unabridged 9-volume book set from Darussalam, the official publisher, with the original Arabic text and Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan's English translation side by side. Every order of this set qualifies for free UK delivery, and you can choose the Standard or Golden Edition below.

Also known as: Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Bukhari Sharif, Bukhari Shareef, Saheeh al-Bukhari, Al-Jami' as-Sahih.

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The Complete Sahih Al-Bukhari Book in English — 9 Volume Set

This is the full English translation of Sahih Al-Bukhari, not an abridged or single-volume edition. It contains the 7,563 hadith (counting repetitions) compiled by Imam Muhammad ibn Ismail al-Bukhari over 16 years of careful verification. Regarded by Sunni scholars as the most authentic book after the Qur'an, Sahih Al-Bukhari remains the most trusted hadith collection in Islamic scholarship. This Darussalam edition presents Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan's direct, practical English translation alongside the original Arabic, organised by book and chapter for daily reference, study and teaching.

Who Was Imam Bukhari?

Imam Muhammad ibn Ismail al-Bukhari (194–256 AH) began collecting hadith as a young scholar and examined hundreds of thousands of narrations before selecting only those he could verify through unbroken, reliable chains of transmission. His rigour is why Sahih Al-Bukhari — literally "the authentic collection of Bukhari" — is treated as the standard against which other hadith books are measured.

What Is Inside This 9-Volume Set?

Sahih Al-Bukhari is divided into 97 books (kutub) covering nearly every area of a Muslim's life: faith and belief, purification and prayer, zakat, fasting, Hajj, marriage and family, trade and business, manners and conduct, and the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in daily life. This set spans all of it across 9 hardcover volumes, with:

• Side-by-side Arabic and English text

• Durable hardback binding for long-term study and reference

• Each volume measures 14x21 cm

• Chapters organised into clearly titled sections

• Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan, also known for the Noble Qur'an translation published by Darussalam

Standard Edition vs. Golden Edition — Which Should You Choose?

Both editions contain the identical, complete 9-volume translation. The Golden Edition adds gilded gold page edges, making it a premium set well suited as a gift for weddings, Eid or graduation, or as a masjid or madrasah library donation. The Standard Edition offers the same translation in our regular hardback finish, ideal for everyday personal study.

Why Buy This Edition of Sahih Bukhari

No abridging and no omissions — this is the complete Sahih Al-Bukhari, not a summarised version. It is trusted by students of knowledge, imams, khateebs and households across the UK for daily reference, in-depth study and as a cornerstone of any Islamic library. If you would prefer a single, shorter volume, see Summarized Sahih Al-Bukhari (Arabic–English).

Who This Set Is For

• Students of hadith and Islamic studies who need the complete, unabridged text

• Imams, khateebs and teachers preparing lessons or khutbahs

• Families building a serious home Islamic library

• Gifting for weddings, graduations and Eid (Golden Edition)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the complete Sahih Al-Bukhari, or just Volume 9?

This is the complete 9-volume set — all volumes of the English translation of Sahih Al-Bukhari, not a single volume.

Is Sahih al-Bukhari authentic?

Yes. Sunni scholars regard Sahih al-Bukhari as the most authentic book after the Qur'an. Imam Bukhari included only narrations that met his strict conditions for an unbroken chain of trustworthy narrators, and the collection has been studied and verified by scholars for more than a thousand years.

How many books and hadith are in Sahih Bukhari?

Sahih Al-Bukhari is arranged in 97 books (kutub) and contains 7,563 hadith including repetitions, presented in this edition across 9 volumes.

Is Sahih Al-Bukhari (Sahih Bukhari Sharif) available in English?

Yes. This edition is Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan's full English translation, presented alongside the original Arabic text across all 9 volumes.

Who was Imam Bukhari and why is his collection so trusted?

Imam Muhammad ibn Ismail al-Bukhari (194–256 AH) spent 16 years compiling the collection and accepted only narrations he could verify through unbroken chains of reliable narrators. That rigour is why Sahih Al-Bukhari is so widely trusted.

What's the difference between the Standard and Golden Edition?

Both contain the identical complete 9-volume translation. The Golden Edition adds gilded gold page edges for a premium finish; the Standard Edition is our regular hardback.

How is this different from a summarised Sahih Bukhari?

Summarised editions condense the collection into a single volume by removing repeated narrations. This set is the full, unabridged 9-volume translation, exactly as compiled by Imam Bukhari.

Can I read Sahih Bukhari online, and why buy the printed set?

Translations can be read online, but the printed Darussalam set gives you the complete Arabic and English text in durable hardback volumes for study, teaching and family reading without screens, and it is a lasting reference for a home or masjid library.

Is delivery free?

Yes. Darussalam UK offers free UK delivery on orders over £45, so this set ships free within the UK.

How do I buy Sahih Al-Bukhari in the UK?

Choose the Standard or Golden Edition on this page and order online. Darussalam UK, based in Birmingham, delivers across the UK.

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