Musnad is a term used in Islamic scholarship to refer to a specific type of collection of Hadith, which are the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad. A Musnad organizes these narrations according to the companions of the Prophet who reported them, making it easier for scholars and students to trace the source of each Hadith. One of the most famous examples of a Musnad is the Musnad of Ahmad ibn Hanbal, which contains thousands of Hadiths. This collection is significant for its comprehensive approach and the emphasis on the chain of narration, known as Isnad, which helps establish the authenticity of each Hadith.