The Sublime Gift – Al-Hadiyya al-‘Ala’iyya Hardcover

Al-Hadiyya al-‘Ala’iyya is one of the finest legal texts in the Hanafi school of Islamic jurisprudence. It details the rulings of Islamic worship, integrals of Muslim creed, lawful and prohibited matters in everyday life, and beneficial points of decorum. As well as the core teachings that every Muslim should be familiar with, ‘Ala’ al-Din ‘Abidin (d. 1306/1889) adds details and legal subtleties rarely found in other books in this genre. The translator has set the original text in digestible paragraphs and lists, presented with extra margin space for student annotations. The text is embellished with copious footnotes that clarify and elaborate its meanings, provide primary proofs for contentious matters, and supporting references to recognized authorities. Additional chapters written by the translator include an introduction to the Hanafi school, select biographies of its scholars, and supplementary notes addressing frequently asked contemporary questions. This volume represents an indispensable companion for the student and the scholar alike. FOREWORD BY SHAYKH RUZWAN MOHAMMED