Mu’tazilah

They are the followers of Waasil bin Ataa’, who withdrew (‘Itizaal) from the gathering of Al-Hasan Al-Basree. He determined that the sinner is in a level between two levels. Thus, he is neither a believer nor a disbeliever, yet he will reside eternally in the Hellfire. ‘Amr bin ‘Ubaid followed him in that and their …

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Brief Introduction to the Salafi Dawah

Salafi Da’wah (da’wah literally means “call”, and in this sense it refers to calling to the truth, preaching and propagation) is that of the Qur’an and the Sunnah (i.e. the Religion of Islam – pure and free from any and all additions, deletions and alterations). It means adherence to the Path of the Messenger, may the peace …

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The Correct Tawassul (Means of nearness to Allaah) and its Types

The Correct Tawassul (Means of nearness to Allaah) and its Types By | Shaykh ibn Uthaymeen Question: What is the correct and false Tawassul ? The Answer: At-Tawassul is the infinitive of Tawassala, Yatawassal–meaning to take a means that will make the person reach his intended goal. So, its original meaning is: Seeking to attain the intended objective. And it …

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The Aqidah Of The Rafidhah Shi’ah Concerning the Companions, Abu Bakr, Umar & Uthmaan from the Children of Hasan and Hussain

The Aqidah Of The Rafidhah Shi’ah Concerning the Companions, Abu Bakr, Umar & Uthmaan from the Children of Hasan and Hussain (RadhiAllahu Anhuma) Compiled, Translated and Annotated Abu Hibban & Abu Khuzaimah Ansaari The shee’ah declare the all the companions to be disbelievers including the household members of the Messenger of Allaah (Sallalaahu Alayhee Wasallam) except …

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Who are the Ash’aris?

The Ash’aris are a sect that is named after Imam Abu’l-Hasan al-Ash’ari (may Allaah have mercy on him). Al-Ash’ari passed through three stages – as mentioned by Ibn Taymiyah in Majmoo’ al-Fataawa, 4/72 – which may be summed up as follows: a Mu’tazili stage; thenfollowing Ibn Kulaab; then following Ahl al-Sunnah, chiefly Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal. …

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What are the differences between the Maturidi school of thought and Ahl as-Sunnah?

Praise be to Allah Firstly: The Maturidis are a kalaami (philosophical group) based on innovation (bid‘ah); they are named after Abu Mansoor al-Maturidi. In the beginning their main focus was on using rational and philosophical proof in disputing with their opponents, the Mu‘tazilah, Jahmis and others, in order to prove the fundamentals of Islam and …

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The Aqidah of the Deobandis

The Aqidah of the Deobandis – Shaikh Talib ur Rehman Compiled, Translated and Annotated Abu Hibban & Abu Khuzaimah Ansaari Contents Publishers Introduction – Salafi Research Institute The Aqeedah of Wahdatul Wajood (Unity of Existence) Shirk in the Attributes of Allaah The Prophets Slave Seeking Help From Other Than Allaah Calling Upon Other Than Allaah …

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