Sharh Us Sunnah [Explanation Of Sunnah ] By Imam Barbahari In English 2 Volumes

About Sharh us Sunnah (Explanation of the Sunnah)

Sharh us Sunnah, meaning the Explanation of the Sunnah, is the classic text on Islamic creed by Imam al-Barbahari (RH), presented here in an English two-volume edition with the explanation of Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan. Imam al-Barbahari lived in the early centuries of Islam and passed away in 329 AH. His Sharh us Sunnah is valued because it sets out, in short and firm statements, the beliefs held by the early generations who followed the way of the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions.

The explanation by Shaykh al-Fawzan opens the text for the modern reader, clarifying the terms and the points the Imam makes so that the creed of the Sunnah can be understood with confidence.

What the Sharh us Sunnah covers

• The meaning of the Sunnah and its place in Islam
• Foundations of correct belief as held by the early generations
• The importance of following the Qur’an and the Sunnah and avoiding innovation
• Clear statements of creed, followed by commentary that explains and supports them

One of the best known lines of the text affirms that Islam is the Sunnah and the Sunnah is Islam, and that neither can stand without the other. This sentence gives a sense of the Imam’s firm and simple style, and the commentary helps the reader to see how it applies in practice.

About Imam al-Barbahari

He is Abu Muhammad al-Hasan ibn Ali ibn Khalaf al-Barbahari (RH). He is remembered as a leading scholar of the people of the Sunnah in his time, and his text on the Sunnah has been studied and explained by later scholars. Because the work belongs to the early period of Islam, it gives readers a direct look at how creed was taught before many later disputes arose.

About the commentator

Shaykh Salih ibn Fawzan al-Fawzan (may Allah preserve him) was born in 1935 in the Qassim region of Saudi Arabia. He holds a doctorate in Islamic jurisprudence and is a member of the Council of Senior Scholars and the Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta. He has taught creed and fiqh for many years in Riyadh and has written widely on both subjects.

Why the Sharh us Sunnah matters

A Muslim builds every deed on belief. If the belief is sound, worship, character and dealings follow a sound path. The Sharh us Sunnah urges the reader to hold on to the way of the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions and to be wary of new ideas in religion. The Prophet ﷺ warned his community about newly invented matters in the faith, and this book carries that concern through every section. In a time of many voices and opinions, a return to a clear and early statement of creed brings stability.

Who should read it

This two-volume set is for students of creed, teachers, imams, university students and serious general readers who want the beliefs of the Sunnah explained step by step. It also suits those who attend a weekly circle and need a text to read alongside the lessons. It is a strong addition to a masjid or Islamic school library.

How to benefit from it

Subjects of creed are weighty, and Allah is far above every comparison. Approach the text with humility. Read one section at a time, write down the main points and compare them with the commentary. If a question remains, take it to a qualified teacher instead of settling it alone. Revisit earlier sections after finishing a volume, since creed is learned best through repetition. Ask Allah to increase you in knowledge, sincerity and steadfastness upon the Sunnah.

A set for study and reference

The two-volume format lets the reader take the Sharh us Sunnah slowly. Many students read the text first and then the commentary, or study them together in a class. The set also makes a meaningful gift for a student of knowledge, a new graduate or anyone who wants to strengthen their understanding of the Sunnah.

Edition details

Title: Sharh us Sunnah (The Explanation of the Sunnah). Author of the text: Imam al-Barbahari (RH). Explanation: Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan. Language: English. Format: 2 volumes. Publisher: Dar Makkah International. Page counts and binding differ between listings, so please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492 for details of the copy in stock. Same-day dispatch from Srinagar. Delivery takes 1 day in Srinagar and 3 to 10 days in the rest of India.

Frequently asked questions

Who wrote the original text? Imam al-Barbahari (RH), who passed away in 329 AH.

Who explains it in this set? Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan.

How many volumes are there? Two volumes, in English.

What is the subject? Islamic creed according to the Sunnah.

Is it for beginners? It suits motivated beginners and students, ideally with a teacher.

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