Negotiating Meanings: Engagement with Problematic or Contradictory Hadiths in Medieval and Modern Times is the first serious study in English on the subject of mushkil al-hadith (problematic hadiths). Within the pages of the book, readers will encounter the tradition of engaging with contradictory hadiths, traversing the realms of law, theology, and science. This volume emphasises the significance of the riwayah (transmission) and dirayah (comprehension) traditions, which provides understanding of the interpretive process. Going beyond historical investigation, the book also examines the contemporary problematisation of hadith, investigating the external and internal causes that have shaped discussions surrounding these texts. This volume invites scholars to explore the hidden aspects of the interpretive tradition, offering new insights and shedding light on problematic and contradictory hadiths.