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Hidayat al-Atfal is widely regarded as the most comprehensive of the religious works of Sheikh Al-Amin bin Ali al-Mazrui (1891-1947) - the celebrated East African Muslim scholar. First published in Arabic in 1933, it has undergone multiple reprints over the last nine decades of its existence. As the first English translation of Hidayat al-Atfal, Guidance for the Seeker of Knowledge is likely to be an important scholarly contribution to bringing East Africa to the global stage of Muslim agentive engagement in the construction of archives of Islamic knowledge and epistemologies. A full overview of the book can be found on the back cover (Pg. 215). With 92 chapters methodically arranged, it can be used as a Reference Book by Muslims of ALL ages (see Table of Contents Pg. 3-6). For example, "Miracles of the Prophets" (Pg. 36). For a reminder of the meaning of every single utterance in Salah, simply go to “How to Perform Salah” (Pg. 113). About “Zakah on Silver and Gold” (Pg. 165). The questions at the end of each chapter makes the book ideal to quiz young members of the family about their religion. Some families can read and enjoy the book together, one chapter at a time. The book can be used at all levels of Islamic Schools (primary and secondary). Last but not least, the book can also benefit new Muslims as well as non-Muslims who may be interested to learn about Islam.
An Islamic Scholar's Insatiable Craving for Knowledge
The Companion, 2022
Shaikh Muhammad Uzair Shams bin Shams al-Ḥaqq bin Riḍallāh dedicated his life to reading and writing. His legacy has paved the way for current and future generations to seek knowledge and contribute significantly to a noble cause. He inspired all seekers of knowledge, regardless of their school of thought, to devote time and energy to learning and spreading the message of Islam.
Knowledge: An Islamic Perspective
Journal of the Islamic Medical Association of North America, 2010
In this editorial I will highlight three aspects of knowledge from an Islamic perspective: the nature of knowledge, sources of knowledge, and limitations of human knowledge. Knowledge occupies an exalted position in Islam. Those who know occupy a higher position than those who do not know. Allah will exalt those who believe among you, and those who have knowledge, to high ranks. Allah is Informed of what ye do. 1 There are three grades of knowledge, depending on accuracy and validity. The truth behind reality is called ḥaqq al-yaqīn. Lo! This is certain truth. 2 Knowledge that is empirical but is of lesser degree because it is based on observation by human senses that are not perfect is called `ilm al-yaqīn. Nay, would that ye knew (now) with a sure knowledge! 3 Knowledge that is empirical but is of lesser degree because it is based on observation by human senses that are not perfect is called `ayn al-yaqīn. Aye, ye will behold it with sure vision. 4 The Qur'an puts great emphasis on evidencebased knowledge and always challenges those who make claims or allegations to produce their evidence. Say: Bring your proof (of what ye state) if ye are truthful. 5 The story of Ibrahim ﷺ illustrates the significance of evidence-based empirical knowledge. The Qur'an says: And when Ibrahim said (unto his Lord): My Lord! Show me how Thou givest life to the dead, He said: Dost thou not believe? Ibrahim said: Yea, but (I ask) in order that my heart may be at ease. (His Lord) said: Take four of the birds and cause them to incline unto thee, then place a part of them on each hill, then call them, they will come to thee in haste, and know that Allah is mighty, wise. 6
An Introduction to the Science of Hadith - By Gamieda Devries.
We have undoubtedly sent down the Reminder, and We will truly preserve it. (Al-Qur'an, Surah al-Hijr, 15:9) 1. "Surah al-Ikhlas is worth a third of the Qur'an." 2.The hadith about the Ninety-Name Names of Allah. 3. Allah says, "I was a hidden treasure, and I wished to be known, so I created a creation (mankind), then made Myself known to them, and they recognised Me." 4.Allah says, "Were it not for you (O Muhammad), I would not have created the universe." 5.When Allah completed creation, He wrote in a Book (which is) with Him, above His Throne, "Verily, My Mercy will prevail over My Wrath." 6.Allah says, "Neither My heaven nor My earth can contain Me, but the heart of My believing slave can contain Me." 7. "He who knows himself, knows his Lord." 8. "Where is Allah?" 9. "Love of one's homeland is part of Faith." 10. "I have left amongst you two things which, if you hold fast to them, you will never stray: the Book of Allah, and my Sunnah." 11. "I have left among you that which if you abide by, you will never go astray: the Book of Allah, and my Family, the Members of my House." 12.The hadith giving ten Companions, by name, the good tidings of Paradise. 13. "If the iman (faith) of Abu Bakr was weighed against the iman of all the people of the earth, the former would outweigh the latter." 14. "I am the City of Knowledge, and 'Ali is its Gate." 15. "My companions are like the stars: whichever of them you follow, you will be guided." 16. "The differing amongst my Ummah is a mercy." 17. "My Ummah will split up into seventy-three sects: seventy-two will be in the Fire, and one in the Garden." 18.Prophecies about the coming of the Mahdi (the guided one), Dajjal (the False Christ, the Anti-Christ) and the return of Jesus Christ son of Mary. 19. Description of punishment and bliss in the grave, for the wicked and pious people respectively. 20. Intercession by the Prophet (may Allah bless him and grant him peace), and the believers seeing Allah, on the Day of Judgment. 21. "Paradise is under the feet of mothers." 22. "Paradise is under the shade of swords." 23. "Seeking knowledge is a duty upon every Muslim." 24. "Seek knowledge, even if you have to go to China." 25. "The ink of the scholar is holier than the blood of the martyr." 26. "We have returned from the lesser Jihad to the greater Jihad (i.e. the struggle against the evil of one's soul)." The methodology of the expert scholars of Hadith in assessing such narrations and sorting out the genuine from the mistaken/fabricated etc., forms the subject-matter of a wealth of material left to us by the muhaddithun (scholars of Hadith, "traditionists"). This short treatise is a humble effort to introduce this extremely wide subject to English readers. The author has derived great benefit from the outstanding scholarly work in this field, Muqaddimah Ibn al-Salah. A brief explanation of the verdicts from the experts in this field on the above ahadith is given in the Appendix. We ask Allah to accept this work, and make it beneficial to its readers. of al-Baiquni, which was expanded upon by, amongst others, al-Zurqani (d. 1122) and Nawab Siddiq Hasan Khan (d. 1307). Qawa'id al-Tahdith of Jamal al-Din al-Qasimi (d. 1332). l Taujih al-Nazar of Tahir al-Jaza'iri (d. 1338), a summary of al-Hakim's Ma'rifah. Rijal al-Hadith (the study of the reporters of Hadith) Mustalah al-Hadith is strongly associated with Rijal al-Hadith (the study of the reporters of hadith). In scrutinising the reporters of a hadith, authenticating or disparaging remarks made by recognised experts, from amongst the Successors and those after them, were found to be of great help. Examples of such remarks, in descending order of authentication, are: Among other collections, relatively more mauquf and maqtu' ahadith are found in Al-Musannaf of Ibn Abi Shaibah (d. 235), Al-Musannaf of 'Abd al-Razzaq (d. 211) and the Tafsirs of Ibn Jarir (d. 310), Ibn Abi Hatim (d. 327) and Ibn al-Mundhir (d. 319).7
2020
This special issue reflects the focal discourses of 13 articles presented at the International Conference on Islamic Higher Education 2018 (SeIPTI 2018) which was held in Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia. All articles convey the equivalent connotation entitled The Roles of Muslim Scholars in Disseminating the Quintessence of Barakah through Multi-Disciplinary Knowledge. The topics presented discussed on multiplicity of angles in knowledge, but shared the same aim in offering benefits for the ummah (community)‟s needs.
2020
In this Series we publish progressive, innovative research to generate discussion and contribute to the advancement of knowledge. The papers represent work from affiliated faculty, fellows, researchers, and doctoral students across a wide range of research areas, demonstrating both the depth and breadth of research being undertaken at the Institute. We also offer the opportunity for our Masters students who have won the best thesis award to publish an abridged version of their thesis with us. We welcome submissions from external researchers that address current AKU-ISMC research priorities.