Videos
Innovation and Innovators
Shaykh Ahmad al-Najmi states that a person who does not consider al-Arūr, Abul-Ḥasan, and al-Maghrāwī as innovators is included among them. He also notes that al-Maghrāwī is established to be a Takfīrī.
Contemporary Rulings
Shaykh Ahmad al-Najmi explains that nasheeds are associated with Sufi practices, and therefore it is not permissible to listen to them, whether they include music or not. This ruling applies regardless of the presence of instruments.
Muslim Brotherhood and Political Groups
A poetic warning against the Muslim Brotherhood, highlighting their deviation from the Sunnah and the dangers of their leaders and ideology. The poem urges adherence to the true creed and cautions believers to avoid their misleading teachings.
Marriage
Shaykh Zayd al-Madkhali advises that a husband should not leave his wife alone without support. He should either stay with her or take her to Madinah using the lawful procedures, with sincere intention and trust in Allah ﷻ.
Principles of the Salafī Methodology
Shaykh Muhammad ibn Hadi al-Madkhali explains that the Salaf judged a person by three signs: who he accompanies, who he visits, and who he keeps close ties with. After these, no further inquiry was needed.
Innovation and Innovators
Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan states that a Sunni preacher should not teach in a mosque that hosts both Sunnis and innovators, as it mixes truth with falsehood. He should only teach if a condition is set against such mixing.
Scholars
Shaykh Muhammad Aman al-Jami shares a story of a Saudi graduate who taught in Africa. Jealous Sufi scholars complained to a Christian ruler, who recognized the caller’s authentic Islamic education and supported him, proving truth prevails.
Scholars and Students of Knowledge
Shaykh Muqbil explains that a detailed scholarly criticism is sufficient, even if only one scholar has refuted an innovator. Truth depends on evidence, not on consensus, and a trustworthy scholar’s refutation must be accepted.
Sincerity and Righteous Deeds
Shaykh al-Uthaymin explains that Allah ﷻ hastens worldly trials for those He loves, purifying them and expiating sins. Easy life may indicate Allah’s ﷻ delay of punishment, and true reward increases with the severity of hardship, encouraging patience and gratitude.
Scholars and Students of Knowledge
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmul explains that detailed criticism takes precedence over praise, even if praised by respected scholars. Praise does not nullify evidence-based refutation, and those who persist in error often refuse repentance due to pride and fear of losing followers.
Scholars and Students of Knowledge
Shaykh Muhammad Ramzān al-Hājirī advises that a young student may warn against known innovated groups and clearly identified innovators, but should not habitually label people as innovators. Such detailed criticism is reserved for qualified scholars.
Scholars and Students of Knowledge
Shaykh Muqbil warns against reading books or listening to recordings of those who were once Salafi but later deviated. He advises staying away from their works and lectures, emphasizing the need for their repentance and return to the Book and Sunnah.
