Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Press Release: A Gift For The Intellects In Explanation Of The Three Fundamental Principles Of Islaam


"A Gift For The Intellects In Explanation Of The Three Fundamental Principles Of Islaam"
Authored byShaikhul-Islaam Muhammad Ibn Abdul-Wahhaab (rahimahullah) (Died 1206 AH)
Explained by Shaikhul-’Allaamah‘Ubaid Al-Jaabiree (hafithahullah)
Quote from the Book:
{The author said: "Knowledge of the religion Islaam with the proofs." So this sentence is highlighting a principle that the scholars have derived from the Book and Sunnah; and that principle is: The base rule for all acts of worship is that they are impermissible unless there is a text to support them. Devoutness, worship and seeking to draw closer to Allaah have to be based upon clear authentic texts. Independent scholarly opinion has no place in affirming any act of worship; rather, the proof has to be from the Book, Sunnah or the unanimous agreement of the Salaf (Rightly Guided Predecessors) that Allaah ordered that particular act. It is reported upon 'Ali ibn Abu Taalib, may Allaah be pleased with him, that he said: "If the religion was based on the intellect, then the bottom of the leather sock would be more deserving to be wiped than the top [in ablution]." Moreover, all the scholars agree, whether it be the four Imaams or anyone else, that the religion is built upon proof. Imaam Maalik used to say at the end of his lessons: "All speech can be accepted or rejected, except for the speech of the inhabitant of that grave." And he was referring to the Prophet, peace and blessing of Allaah be upon. }
RELEASE DATE: FEBRUARY 2007
ISBN: 1-902727-30-4

Friday, January 05, 2007

Book Review: 3 Beneficial Treatises that warn against as-Soofiyyah (Sufism)

Upon my move from Texas to Georgia, I was shocked at the amount of Muslims who have fallen into the innovations of the Sufis and the terrible influence that they have left on the people here. (Back home in Texas the Ikhwaan-ul-Muslimeen control many of the Masaajid and run the Administrations so I am more used to their politics, voting, demonstrations, etc. C'mon even the extreme Soofi Tableeghis in Texas demonstrate!)

Aside from the three Salafee Masaajid (Masjid ‘Ibaad-ur-Rahmaan in Marrietta, Masjid-at-Tawheed in Stone Mountain, and Masjid Abee Bakr as-Sadeeq in Decatur) every Masjid you walk into here has some level of Sufi influence to it, whether in the form of group Dhikr immediately after prayer or flyers announcing group celebrations of the Prophet’s (may the peace & blessings of Allah be upon him) Birthday or even hearing people praise their Sufi Shaykh and Tareeqah!

The Scholars and Students of Ahl-us-Sunnah wal-Jama’aah have taken great means to clarify our Religion to us and to put every issue in its proper place. And from that means and clarity are lectures and written works that they have given and written in order to warn the Muslims from the People of Innovation.

I am reviewing three beneficial treatises that cover the very topic of Tasawwuf:


حَقِيْقَةُ الصُّو فِيَّةِ فِي ضَوْءِ الكِتَابِ وَ السُّنَّةِ

{The Realities of as-Soofiyyah in light of the Quraan and the Sunnah}

A transcribed lecture by Dr. Muhammad bin Rabee Haadee al-Madkhalee (hafithahullah) who is a teacher in the Islamic University of Madeenah, K.S.A brings together a very beneficial overview of as-Soofiyyah and the Sufi Ideology and how it contradicts the Book & the Sunnah.

(Inside of the Booklet)

The original Arabic pamphlet is forty-eight pages and was printed by Maktabah ‘Abdul-Musawwir Muhammad ‘Abdillah in ‘Ayn Shams, Cairo, Egypt.

This booklet has been translated into English and you can download the PDF version of it by Clicking Here.


حَقِيْقَةُ التَّصَوُّفِ وَ مَوْقِفُ الصُّوفِيَّةِ مِنْ أُصُولِ العِبَادَةِ وَ الدِّيْنِ

{The Realities of at-Tasawwuf and the position of the Sufi Ideology compared to the Usool (Fundamentals) of 'Ibaadah (Worship) and the Deen (Religion)}

This treatise was written by Dr. Saalih bin Fawzaan al-Fawzaan (hafithahullah), one of the Major Scholars of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is a forty page treatise that brilliantly deals with the Sharee’ah understanding of ‘Ibaadah (Worship) and the Sufi Ideology of ‘Ibaadah.


(Inside of the Booklet)

The Shaykh gives an introduction along with six guidelines for worship to be considered correct based solely from the Quran and the Sunnah. He then brings the reality of Tasawwuf to the forefront and lists the position of this ideology in comparison to the Usool of ‘Ibaadah and Deen.

Our brother Aboo Maryam Isma’eel (hafithahullah) has translated a portion of the Introduction and first chapter on his site, you can read it by Clicking Here.


(Index of the Booklet)

إِعْصَارُ التَّوْحِيْدِ يَحْطِمُ وَثَنَ الصُّوفِيَّةِ

{The Cyclone of Tawheed destroys the Idolatry of Sufism}

Written by his Eminence, ash-Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez bin Baaz (rahimahullah) and printed by Daar-ul-Qaasim, this beautiful booklet actually outlines the various Sufi Tareeqah’s and what they believe in. My favorite chapter is where Shaykh Bin Baaz shows the direct relation between the Ideology of Sufism and that of the Shee’ah!


(Inside of the Booklet)

This booklet also contains a Fawtaa section from the Shaykh & Permanent Committee refuting Sufism by way of questions presented to them concerning innovated practices that the Muslims have presently fallen into.

I ask Allah that my dear friend Anwar Dupuis (hafithahullah) completes the translation of this noble work and I ask Allah to have mercy upon the noble Shaykh (rahimahullah) for writing this.

You can purchase all three of these treatises from the brothers of SalafiLibrary.com

Book Review: 40 Hadeeth to teach the Arabic Language



أَرْبَعُونَ حَدِيْثًا لِتَعْلِيْمِ اللُّغَةِ العَرَبِيَّةِ وَ التَّرْبِيَّةِ النَّبَوِيَّةِ

{40 Hadeeth to teach the Arabic Language and the Prophetic Methodology}

By: Dr. Fouad ‘Abdur-RaheemPublished by: UK Islamic AcademyPages: 356, hardback

First I would like to thank my dear brother Aboo Dhikr ‘Abdus-Shakoor (al-Hujjah Publications) and his wife Umm Kutubah (Umm Kutubah’s Salafee Books) (hafithahumaallah) for sending me a free copy of this extremely beneficial book, may Allah reward them for their generosity and may He increase them in Knowledge, Guidance and Sustenance.

Dr. Fouad ‘Abdur-Raheem (hafithahullah) put together the three Madeenah Books and the Musatweeyaat program (the 4 Levels taught to obtain the Arabic diploma) that is used to teach the Arabic language at the Islamic University of Madeenah, K.S.A. This book is based on that curriculum in its own hardcover binding.

(Pages from Level One)


It is broken into two levels; the first level consists of twenty short Ahadeeth along with an explanation of the words that occur in the prophetic narrations. These Ahadeeth are meant to be memorized and the language kept simple to facilitate a good understanding of what is studied.

(Pages from Level Two)


The second level consists of twenty detailed texts used to further knowledge of an-Nahw, Sarf and comprehension of the Ahadeeth used.

Brothers and sisters you HAVE to get this book, it is beautiful, I love it and I can’t put it down! May Allah reward Dr. Fouad for this tremendous work and grant him the highest place in the Jannah for his efforts.

Book Review: The Pillars of Islam & Iman (Spanish Version)


أَرْكَانُ الإسْلاَمِ وَ الإيْمَانِ

“Los Pilares del Islam y el Iman”

This is the Spanish translation of ash-Shaykh Jameel Zeeno’s (hafithahullah): Arkaan-ul-Islaam wal-Imaan wa Maa Yajibu An Ya’rifahu Kulla Muslimin ‘an Deenihi {The Pillars of Islaam and Imaan and what is obligatory for every Muslim to know about his Religion}.

It was published by Daar-us-Salaam Publications and translated by Brother Muhammad ‘Issa Garcia (hafithahullah) an Argentinean Salafee who graduated from Umm-ul-Quraa in Makkah, K.S.A from the Faculty of Da’waa.

The book is hardcover consisting of 254 pages and is translated in a simple Spanish style that is not too Castilian or too Latin America. I haven’t had the opportunity to read the entire book but from what I did dabble in, this translation is going to be considered a classical must have for every new Spanish speaking Muslim. I advise all of the Masaajid to stock up on this one.


(English cover of book)

Wednesday, January 03, 2007

Book Review: at-Tuhfah al-Bahiyyah (An Explanation of al-Aajuroomiyyah)


التُّحْفَةُ البَهِيَّةُ بِشَرْحِ المُقَدِّمَةِ الآجُرُومِيَّةِ

{The Illuminating Masterpiece in explaining the Introductory texts of al-Aajuroomiyyah}

By: Dr. ‘Abdul-Hameed Hindaawee
Published by: Daar-ul-Kutub al-‘Ilmiyyah
Pages: 144 in paperback form

This is a very beneficial explanation written in a modern style for those who are new to the text of al-Aajuroomiyyah or for those who need a more visual presentation of the basic rules of an-Nahw.

The author begins with a brief introduction and then using the style of ash-Shaykh Muhammad Muhyee-ud-Deen’s at-Tuhfah as-Saniyyah (the Precious Masterpiece), he explains the linguistic meaning of an-Nahw.

(Text of al-Aajuroomiyyah after introduction)

After this preparatory introduction he includes a magnificent bold font version of the complete text of al-Aajuroomiyyah. It is easy on the eye and makes for easier memorization. I have included the first page of the text above.


(Inside of book)

Completing this text version is a wonderful explanation of al-Aajuroomiyyah, expressed in a manner in which even the beginning student of Arabic who is gaining fluency in the language can understand. The author brilliantly uses tables and charts to reinforce review of each lesson in addition to Q&A that covers the explanation to see how much one has retained at the end of the lesson. What I really enjoy in this book is the author’s usage of text from the Quraan and Ahadeeth to illustrate the grammar rules.

(Index of Book)

The only complaint I had was that the font used for the Index was very small and hard for me to read, others may not have that problem. I have posted the index below so you be the judge.

I purchased this book from Fadak Books and while they do have some books that I do not recommend, some of the books of Ahl-us-Sunnah wal-Jama’ah are listed. The prices are reasonable as well.

Book Review: The Khawaarij & their Recurring Ideologies

By: Shaykh ‘Abdul-Muhsin Ibn Naasir Aali-‘Ubaykaan
Translated by: Abu as-Zubayr Harrison
Published by: Tarbiyyah Bookstore Publishing & Distribution
Pages: 240 in paperback form

This book actually consists of two separate treatises one entitled: The Khawaarij & their Recurring Ideologies and the other being: The Islaamic Views Concerning: Terrorism, Bombings, Hijackings, & Other Modern-Day Crimes written by Shaykh ‘Abdul-Muhsin Aali-‘Ubaykaan (hafithahullah) known to be from the People of Knowledge in Saudi Arabia and of those who staunchly oppose the ideology of the modern-day Khawaarij.

The book was translated by my brother and dear friend Aboo az-Zubayr Abdur-Rahmaan Harrison al-Amreekee (baaraka Allahu feehi), a former student of the Islamic University of Muhammad Ibn Saud in Riyaadh, KSA. I was asked by the Maktabah at-Tarbiyyah to translate Appendix III: The One Who Kills Himself is Not Considered a Martyr (A Refutation of the Statements of the Ruwaybidhah Ibn Laadin) which is a section of the book {ad-Daamighatu limaqaalaatil-Maariqti du’aatut-Takfeeri wat-Tafjeeri Raddun ‘alaar-Ruwaybidhati Bin Laadin wa marji’iyyatit-Takfeeri: The Irrefutable Argument concerning the heretic doctrine of the callers to at-Takfeer (declaring believing Muslims as disbelievers) and at-Tafjeer (bombings).} written by the noble Shaykh Muhammad Moosa ibn ‘Abdillah ‘Alee ‘Abdil-‘Azeez (hafithahullah) which makes up pages 221 to 229.

A brother has written a very excellent review of this book which goes into more detail so anyone who wishes to can read it here:

Book Review of The Khawaarij & thier Recurring Ideologies



From the Table of Contents:

Book One: The Khawaarij & Their Recurring Ideologies
Introduction
A Concise Biography of the Khawaarij
Author’s Introduction to the Lecture
Chapter 1: The Obligation of Sticking to the Main Body of Muslims & Obeying the Leader
Chapter 2: The Rise of the Khawaarij
Chapter 3: The True Position Regarding what Happened Between ‘Alee & Mu’aawiyah
Chapter 4: The Khawaarij Kill the People of Islaam and Leave the Idol Worship alone
Chapter 5: The Story of Haatib Ibn Alee Balta’ah
Chapter 6: The Story of a Man from the Children of Israa’eel
Chapter 7: The Command to Fight other Muslims who Transgress & Rebel against the Leadership
Chapter 8: The Ideology of the Khwaarij still Exists Today
Chapter 9: The Characteristics of Today’s Khawaarij
Chapter 10: The Correct Ruling Regarding the Khawaarij
Chapter 11: Causes for the Revival of Modern-Day Khawaarij Ideology
Chapter 12: Success Lies in Constantly Referring Back to the Scholars
Chapter 13: The Correct Ruling Regarding those who Rule by other than what Allah Revealed
Chapter 14: Safety & Security are Blessings for which One should Thank Allah & Strive to Preserve

Book Two: The Islaamic Views Concerning Terrorism, Bombings, Hijackings & Other Modern-Day Crimes
Reason for Appendix to The Khwaarij & Their Recurring Ideologies

Topic 1: Specific Incidents of Terrorism
1 – The Permanent Council of Saudi Arabia’s Senior Scholars Condemns the Bombings of Riyadh
2 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on the Bombings of Riyadh
3 – The Permanent Council of Saudi Arabia’s Senior Scholars Condemn the Bombings of Khobar
4 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on the Bombing of Khobar
5 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on the Bombings of Riyadh & Khobar
6 - The Permanent Council of Saudi Arabia’s Senior Scholars on Terrorist Cells

Topic 2: Hijackings & Kidnappings
1 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Plane Hijackings & Terrorism
2 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Plane Hijackings & Bombings

Topic 3: Suicide-Bombings
1 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Suicide-Bombings
2 - Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Suicide-Bombings
3 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-Uthaymeen on Suicidal Car-Bombings
4 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez ar-Raajihee on Suicidal Acts of “Martyrdom”
5 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-Muhsin Aali-‘Ubaykaan on Suicidal Acts of “Martyrdom”

Topic 4: Political Coups, Revolutions, Demonstrations, & Protests
1 – Shaykh Saalih al-Luhaydaan on Political Coups & Revolutions
2 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Political Demonstrations
3 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on Political Strikes & Protests
4 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Political Demonstrations
5 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez ar-Raajihee on Political Demonstrations
6 – Shaykh Saalih Aali-Shaykh on Demonstrations & “The ends justify the means”

Topic 5: Takfeer Based Solely Upon Apparent Actions
1 – The Permanent Council of Saudi Arabia’s Sr. Scholars on Takfeer
2 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on the Khawaarij Ideology

Topic 6: Obeying the Rulers & Those in Authority
1 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Obedience to the Rulers
2 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Aali-Shaykh on Disobeying the Rulers & Abandoning the Scholars
3 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on the Government of Saudi Arabia
4 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on Obedience to the Rulers
5 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on the Categories of Obedience to the Rulers
6 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Harming Muslim Security Officers & Investigators
7 – Shaykh Saalih al-Luhaydaan on Harming Muslim Investigators
8 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-Muhsin Aali-‘Ubaykaan on Harming Muslim Security & Police Officers

Topic 7: Harming Non-Muslims Residing in Muslim Lands
1 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz Forbids Hostility towards Foreign Tourists & Visitors to Islaamic Lands
2 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Hostility towards Non-Muslims
3 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan Forbids Harming Americans

Topic 8: Supplicating for the Absolute Destruction of all Disbelievers
1 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on Unconditionally Supplicating against Disbelievers
2 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Praying for the Absolute Destruction of Disbelievers
3 – Shaykh Saalih Aali-Shaykh on Praying for the Absolute Destruction of Jews & Christians
4 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-Muhsin Aali-‘Ubaykaan on Praying for the Absolute Destruction of Disbelievers

Topic 9: Boycott Products Manufactured by Non-Muslims
1 – The Permanent Council of Saudi Arabia’s Senior Scholars on Boycotting Products of the Disbelievers
2 – Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez Ibn Baaz on Purchasing Products from Disbelievers
3 – Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-‘Uthaymeen on Purchasing Food Products from Disbelievers
4 – Shaykh Saalih al-Fawzaan on Boycotting American Products

Appendix I: The Ways to Achieve Victory & Success

Appendix II: The Salvation of a Muslim from Tribulations

Appendix III: The One Who Kills Himself is Not Considered a Martyr (A Refutation of the Statements of the Ruwaybidhah Ibn Laadin)
Glossary

May Allah reward my dear friend and brother Aboo Mujaahid Saadiq Bumphus (hafithahullah) of Tarbiyyah Bookstore for providing me with my own free copy. The book is put together very well and the cover is sure to upset some of the People of Desires. This book is a must have for every Public Library, College Library and even Public School Library so that the truth may be made known and the Muslims and non-Muslims can be educated as to the truth regarding Islam. It is also a great gift to give new Muslims and for Da’wah purposes.