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Scholars

May 24, 2023 2 mins

Guidance for the Student of Knowledge

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani was asked by Shaykh Firas Shaheen – a Hanafi scholar who is part of the Jordanian Fatwa Council, and a student of Shaykh Faraz – to give advice to students on seeking knowledge. Topics addressed include the importance of gradual study, focus, mastery, and the importance of remaining under the mentorship and […]
September 30, 2022 10 mins

Shaykh Yaqut al-‘Arsh al-Habashi: A Successor of Shaykh Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi

Author: Shaykh Dr. Hisham A. Hellyer If the teachings of the Shadhuli order of Sufis (al-tariqa al-Shadhuliyya) are noted in our times, it is mainly to the writings of the Alexandrian Maliki jurisprudent (faqih), Shaykh Ahmad b. Ata’illah al-Sakandari. Additionally, the commonly reported chain of transmission (silsila) from Sidi Abu al-Hasan al-Shadhuli, the eponymous founder […]
May 27, 2021 9 mins

Should Muslims Follow Moon Sighting or Astronomical Calculations for Ramadan?

During Ramadan of 2021, the scholars of SeekersGuidance Arabiyya held daily lessons on various topics throughout the month. The lessons have been translated for the benefit of our English-speaking audience. Shaykh Moayad Khalifa gave the second lesson.  Different Approaches There are several approaches to whether or not Muslim experts in the field should accept the […]
May 25, 2021 12 mins

What Methods Do Scholars Employ to Confirm Ramadan?

During Ramadan of 2021, the scholars of SeekersGuidance Arabiyya held daily lessons on various topics throughout the month. The lessons have been translated for the benefit of our English-speaking audience. Shaykh Moayad al-Khalifa gave the first lesson.  In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of […]