OverviewA teacher remembered for hadith and later traditions about dreams.CategoryScholarPeriodc. 653 – c. 728 CE
Life and settingIbn Sirin belonged to the Tabi‘un and transmitted reports from companions. Basra was an important setting for his scholarly activity.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
Work and legacyMany later dream manuals were attributed to him, but those attributions should not be treated as proof of authorship. His securely remembered role is in early religious learning.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
SourcesOriginal concise biography based on the cited references. Historical reports, later devotional traditions and uncertain dates are distinguished where relevant.TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
