Sunan Abu Dawood is a collection of hadiths, which are sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad. Compiled by the Islamic scholar Abu Dawood in the 9th century, it is one of the six major hadith collections in Sunni Islam. The book focuses on legal rulings and practices, making it an important resource for Islamic jurisprudence. The collection contains over 4,800 hadiths, covering various aspects of life, including worship, ethics, and social conduct. Sunan Abu Dawood is highly regarded for its authenticity and is frequently referenced by scholars and students of Islamic law.