Thursday, May 10, 2007

Press Release: The Correct Creed

"The Correct Creed" coming soon!
All praise is due to Allaah, the Mighty and Exalted. Ibnul Qayyim Publications will be releasing thier sixth publication, "Al-Mu'taqid Us-Saheeh" (The Correct Creed) by ash-Shaykh 'Abdus-Salaam bin Burjis, expected to be available by June, 2007.


Indeed the belief of Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama’ah is the religion of truth in which every Muslim is obligated to believe in. For it is the belief of the Messenger of Allaah (Sallallaahu 'Alayhi Wa Sallam) and his noble companions (Radhiallaahu 'Anhuma). So whoever opposes them in that then he has set himself up for the extreme punishment of Allaah and his anger. The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'Alayhi Wa Sallam) said about seventy three sects that shall appear in his Ummah, "All of them are in the fire except one and they are the Jama’ah." The Prophet has described this group that will be safe from the threat of the fire when he (Sallallaahu 'Alayhi Wa Sallam) said, "Those who are upon what I and my companions are upon today." So this is the standard of Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama’ah.

Press Release: Upright Moral Character


Bismillaah, wal-hamdulilaah, was-salaatu was-salaamu ‘alaa rasoolillaah, wa ba’d
TROID Publications is happy to announce the upcoming release of thier11th publication:
Upright Moral Character - A Concise Guide to Attaining Dignified Islaamic Character
By Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-’Uthaymeen (rahimahullaah)
Book Size: 6′ x 9′
Page Count: 142
PagesTranslation: Moosaa Ibn John Richardson
Release Date: Exact date TBA (June ‘07 insha’Allaah)
An Important and decisive topic relevant to the situation of the Muslim today. This wonderfully formatted book by the late scholar, Imaam Muhammad Ibn Saalih al-’Uthaymeen, directs the reader towards adab and akhlaaq, firstly with Allaah the Majestic, the Messenger (sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam), then with one’s parents, family, kinsfolk and so forth and so on. An inspiring read which will humble the one who reflects upon it with introspect in mind. The book also contains appendices mentioning examples of the akhlaaq of the author, some touching stories which give light to the life of the scholars, the inheritors of the Prophets.

Saturday, May 05, 2007

Book Review: The Explanation of the Three Principles by ash-Shaykh Bin Baaz (rahimahullah)


(Front cover of Book)

I was asked by my brother Aboo Dhikr (hafithahullah) to translate the beneficial explanation to ash-Shaykh Muhammad bin 'Abdil-Wahhaab's Three Principles by our Father and Shaykh al-'Alaamah 'Abdul-'Azeez bin 'Abdillah bin Baaz (may Allah have mercy on both of the Shaykhs). This explanation was meant for the layperson and is an excellent book to give to new Muslims so that they may know and understand these three very important principles that they will be asked about in thier graves (may Allah protect us from the trial of the grave!).


The book itself is beautiful! At ninety seven pages the binding is sturdy with an attractive glossy cover. May Allah reward brother 'Abdus-Salaam Walker for the design of the cover and all of the brothers and sisters at Hujjah Publication who worked so hard to get this book published for the benefit of thier Muslim brothers and sisters. It is truly a must have book for the new Muslim and seeker of Knowledge.


(Inside of Book: the scan is crooked but I didnt want to bend my new copy!)

As I was reading through the book I did encounter a typo that I made while translating that occurs on page 89. The text reads: "Matbu'oo (obeyed), or Mutaa'u (followed)" It should actually read: "Matbu'oo (followed), or Mutaa'u (obeyed)". Please forgive me for this slip while I was typing it in. As our brothers mentioned at the begining of the book: "In conclusion, we ask of you should you unearth any errors please contact us so that we may put our best foot forward in correcting the error. Allah says in His Noble Book: O You who believe! If you help in the cause of Allah, He will help you, and make your foothold firm." And to Allah is all praise.

Book Review: Sullam-ul-Wusool ilaa 'Ilm-il-Usool

Sullam-ul-Wusool ilaa 'Ilm-il-Usool fee Tawheed-illahi wa Ittibaa'i-ir-Rasool {salla Allahu 'alayhi wa salaam}
(The Steps of Attainment in knowing the Fundamentals regarding the Tawheed of Allah and Adherence to the Messenger {salla Allahu 'alayhi wa salaam})

(Front of cover)

This is ash-Shaykh Haafith bin Ahmad al-Hakamee's treatise concerning 'Aqeedah and Manhaj. It is a pocket-size sixty four page booklet written in the form of a poem. The Shaykh (rahimahullah) wrote it in a simple yet eloquent style to benefit the begining student of knowledge. There are fifteen total sections covering everything from why we were created, the sections of Tawheed and Shirk to respecting and loving the Companions.


(Inside of Booklet)
This particular booklet was published by Maktaba-us-Sunnah in Cairo and includes the Shaykh's biography. The copy I have is 3 inches by 4 inches and the text of the poem is fully vowelled.


(Biography of ash-Shaykh Haafith bin Ahmad al-Hakamee -rahimahullah)


Who was ash-Shaykh Haafith bin Ahmad al-Hakamee?

Press Release: Islaam’s Solution For the Problems Facing Today’s Youth

Upcoming Publication to be released May 2007

"This misguided youth is out of control. His thinking is irrational, his conduct is senseless, and he is heedless concerning his responsibilities. Furthermore, this youth admires his opinion as if the truth is on his lips; therefore he views himself as being infallible. On the other hand other people are subject to errors and mistakes as long as they oppose what he believes.
This mistaken youth has turned away from the straight path in regards to his religion and the social traditions of his community. Nonetheless, his evil conduct has been beautified to him, so he considers it to be honorable. Thus he is the greatest of losers in deeds.

This deviant teenager brings calamity to his soul and his society. He leads the Ummah to the lowest of levels. He obstructs the Ummah’s way to honor and nobility. This youth is like a deadly germ. He is difficult to cure except by the will of Allâah Who has the ability to do all things. "


Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih Al Uthaymeen [D.1420H]

This book is in collaboration with Al Hujjah Publication & Authentic Statements