Inspiration Drawing from Human Nature in criticizing Sunni Viewpoint on Hadith Writing during Lifetime of the Prophet (s)

The theory of human nature in addition to its part in the solution of problems in the field of religious beliefs, may be helpful in solution of other problems including historical ones. One disputable problem between Sunnis and Shiites lies in hadith writing. On the one hand, most Sunni scholars, basing their view on narratives and logical arguments, believe that hadith writing had not happened until the end of the first century of Hijrah. On the other hand, there are some criticisms based on logical arguments and transmitted reasons put forth by Shia scholars and thinkers. This study tries to show the vitality of hadith writing during prophetic period with a reliance on human natural feature using an analytical approach. Human’s truth and perfection seeking features and serve as reasons for the urgency of hadith inscription. Human’s oblivion, however, doubles the importance.