The Arabic Language: Its Varieties and Global Significance
An overview of Classical Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic and spoken dialects, with broad regional groupings and guidance on combining formal and conversational study.
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Ṣalaḥ al-Irānī
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No Forgiveness for One Who Abandons Prayer
Shaykh Ṣāliḥ ibn Fawzān al-Fawzān explains that if a person dies abandoning the prayer intentionally, good deeds performed on their behalf, including charity and fasting, will not benefit them. Forgiveness should not be sought for such a person if they died in that state.
We Do Not Speak in the Gatherings of Our Elders – The Humility of Ibn al-Mubārak
A report of Ibn al-Mubārak directing a question to Abū Isḥāq al-Fazārī, followed by commentary on humility and respect in gatherings of knowledge.
Allah’s Names and Attributes: A Dialogue About the Divinity of Jesus
A dialogue presenting an Islamic argument about Allah’s unchanging attributes and the divinity of Jesus, citing Matthew 24:36 and Qurʾān 5:72.
Imam Muḥammad ibn Saʿūd Islamic University: Arabic Textbooks
Arabic curriculum PDFs from Imam Muḥammad ibn Saʿūd Islamic University, organised into four levels with reading, writing, conversation, grammar and Islamic studies materials.
Twenty Volumes Is Nothing: Perseverance in the Pursuit of Knowledge
A powerful account illustrating the perseverance and discipline required in seeking Islamic and Arabic scholarship, as exemplified by Maḥmūd Shākir and transmitted by Shaykh Ṣāliḥ Āl al-Shaykh.
Unlawful Takfīr and the Khawārij
Shaykh Muḥammad Ṣāliḥ al-ʿUthaymīn explains that those who declare others disbelievers without meeting the conditions of takfīr are the inheritors of the Khawārij. He stresses that takfīr requires knowledge and intent, and it is not permissible to hastily label actions or people as lawful or unlawful.
Does Refuting Innovators Harden Hearts?
Shaykh Ṣāliḥ ibn Fawzān al-Fawzān explains that not refuting innovators is what hardens the heart, as doubts take root and grow. Refuting falsehood with the truth softens hearts and returns people to the correct path, based on the Qurʾān and Sunnah.
Al-Qaʿidah Are Followers of the Devil
In this concise ruling, Shaykh ʿAbd al-Muḥsin al-ʿAbbād clarifies the true nature of al-Qaʿidah. While some label them Khawārij and others call them mujahidūn, the Shaykh states that they are mujahidūn only for the devil.
Working with Deviant Groups in Charity and Daʿwah
This article explains the ruling on collaborating with groups that oppose the methodology of the Qurʾān and Sunnah in charitable work or daʿwah. Shaykh Ṣāliḥ ibn Fawzān al-Fawzān clarifies that such cooperation is considered helping one another in sin and injustice.
Are Islamic Organisations Permissible?
Shaykh al-Albani explains that forming Islamic organisations or unions is not permissible in Islam because it leads to hizbiyyah (partisanship). He emphasizes that Islam does not support forming separate groups or parties based on religious labels.
Al-Oloom.net Writers Are Ignorant and Liars
Shaykh Muhammad ibn Hadi al-Madkhali strongly criticizes a group on al-Oloom.net, calling them ignorant and liars. He accuses them of misquoting and spreading false statements, especially regarding his fatwa on elections, and highlights the need for accurate representation of scholars’ views.