Imam Nawawi's commentary on Sahih Muslim is one of the most highly regarded works in Islamic thought and literature. After the Qur'an, the prophetic traditions are the most recognised source of wisdom in Islam. Amongst the collected Hadith, Sahih Muslim is second only to the the collection of Imam Bukhari.
Volume 3 includes the complete Book of Cleansing, which covers purity, cleanliness, ablution, wudu and prayer, as well part of the Book of Prayer.