“The Disciplined Life and Scholarly Zeal of Shaykh Ashraf Ali al-Thānawi During His Student Life” outlines his daily routine as a student highlighting his punctuality, time-management, and discipline.
‘Abdullah Ibn ‘Abbas (Allah is pleased with him) narrated: “The Messenger of Allah ﷺ prescribed the Zakāt al-Fiṭr as a purification of the fasting person from vain and obscene talk, and as food for the poor…” [Sunan Abi Dawud 1609]
“No matter how many books you read, it will only uncover your ignorance, not your knowledge.” These were the words of advice of Shaykh Maulana Musharraf Ahmed Al-Thānawi (may Allah have mercy on him) when I was blessed to sit in his service in Lahore in the winter of 2017. I was with my dear… Continue reading Books Only Uncover Ignorance | Shaykh Musharraf Ahmed Al-Thānawi
Umer Ansari | December 21st, 2025 Mr Javed Akhter (left) hails from a family of scholarly Muslim freedom fighters that were instrumental in the liberation movement of India. His forefathers played an important role in the progress and strengthening of the Aligarh College. However, there are times when a son does not carry on the… Continue reading When A Son Of Freedom Fighters Abandons The Baton
📖 Hāfidh Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali rahimahullah (d. 795 AH) stated: 📚 The knowledge is of three types: 1️⃣ As for the beneficial knowledge that benefits, Allah states:▪︎ Say, “Can those who know and those who do not know become equal?” [Q. 39:9]▪︎ “Allah bears witness that there is no god but He – and (so… Continue reading Three Types of Knowledge | Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali
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Three heartfelt advices by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani for students embarking on their hadith studies. Especially valuable for students beginning their Kutub al-Sitta studies, as well as, students of Mishkāt al-Maṣābīh. A free PDF download of this is available as well.
By Shaykh al-Islam Mufti Taqi al-‘Usmani | Translated by Umer Ansari The summary of the Deen, all the efforts required in this Deen is to strengthen our bond with Allah. Turning back to Allah (رجوع إلى الله), to strengthen the connection with Him is the foundational stone of this Deen. Allah Most High and His… Continue reading Three Simple Ways to Strengthen Our Bond With Allah | Mufti Taqi al-‘Uthmani
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