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In addition to the courses listed below, a number of courses, talks and counsels are delivered through this service by the various teachers. These are only available to registered students.
The Book of Assistance
There are many books in English which present Sufi doctrine, but few which can
be used as practical travel guides along the Path. Originally written in Classical
Arabic by Imam Abdullah Ibn-Alawi al-Haddad, the aptly-named Book of Assistance
is today in widespread use among Sufi teachers in Arabia, Indonesia and East
Africa.
The link below shows the readable translation of Dr. Badawi of this manual of
devotions, prayers and practical ethics will be invaluable to all who love the
Prophet and the Sufi way.
Click here for more information
and to read extracts from this book.
Nasaih al-Dinniya
Imam al-Haddad, author of The Book of Assistance, The Two Treatises and Gifts
for the Seeker, based this book on Imam al-Ghazalis Ihya Ulum al-Deen. It follows
the structure of Ihya and is written in a simple and easily accessible style.
Unfortunately, there is no complete published English translation but this course
will be taught from the original text with commentary and translation in English.
The following is an extract from the book Sufi Sage of Arabia: Imam Abdallah
ibn Alawi al-Haddad by Mostafa al-Badawi:
The comtemporary grand-mufti of Syria [of Imam Haddad] was heard to
say in the sacred presinct in Makka. "There is no man on earth today more learned
than Sayyid Abdallah al-Haddad. His book al-Nasaih should be read by everyone."
The Glorious Treasure
Al-Dhakirah al-Musharaffa by al-Habib Umar bin Hafidh. The Glorious Treasure
presents the fundamentals of the deen - obligatory upon every Muslim man and
woman - and the appropriate supplications for specific occasions, as documented
by the Sunnah. The text serves as a manual for both young and old alike; its
memorisation is encouraged among children and those new to the religion and
it acts as a reminder for the advanced student. It is currently taught at Dar
Al Mustafa in Tarim and is recommended by Habib Umar bin Hafidh as the first
book to be taught to students of knowledge. The
book is available to purchase here.
Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadith
The knowledge and study of Hadith is essential for our in-depth and correct
understanding of Islam. Like the Qur'aan, the Hadiths are from Allah too, but
they are expressed in the person and language of Muhammad. Hence they are just
as important to a Muslim as the Qur'aan.
The Qur'aan gives us principles, instructions and various laws and the Hadiths
show us how these things are to be carried out. Those things which are not clear
and precise can also only be correctly and fully understood from the Hadith
because they distinctly reveal the interpretation given to the Qur'aan by the
Messenger himself, hence leaving no room for discord and disorder amongst the
Muslim Ummah.
Imam Nawawi's Forty Hadith are widely regarded as the most popular anthology
and the best introduction to the study of the Prophet's Sayings in the English
language. The hadith summarize the essential teachings of Islam, concentrating
on the following areas: affirmation of the doctrine of tawhid and understanding
Allah (swt) in all His attributes, the significance of the five pillars of Islam,
attainment of virtue, self-sacrifice for the cause of Allah (swt) and preparation
for the day of judgement.
Shafi Fiqh
The science of Islamic Jurisprudence according to the Shafi school of thought,
entitled after Imam Shafi. Below are a few articles that may help you understand more about fiqh (jurisprudence)
Alittle about the life of Imam Shafi
What is a Madhhab? Why is it necessary to follow one? by Nuh Ha Mim Keller
Unity Through Schools of Thoughts by Abdal Hakim Murad
Why Muslims Follow Madhabs © Nuh Ha Mim Keller
Understanding the Four Madhhabs: The problem with anti-madhhabism
Shaykh Murabtal Haaj’s Fatwa on Following One of the Four Accepted Madhhabs by Shaykh Murabtal Haaj, Mauritania