The Adhil Mannani Library: 8 Categories of Knowledge
Our vast library is systematically organized into eight core categories of Islamic knowledge. Click on any category below to view all related lessons, articles, and scholarly research.
🕋 1. ʿAqeedah (Islamic Creed and Theology)
This foundational area is dedicated to studying the unshakeable beliefs of Islam, based entirely on the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah, as understood by the righteous predecessors (Salaf aṣ-Ṣāliḥ).
⚖️ 2. Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence)
This section provides practical, actionable guidance for worship and daily life. Our research specializes in comparative Fiqh, referencing the recognized Sunni schools of thought (*Madāhib*).
💖 3. Akhlāq and Tazkiyah (Ethics and Purification of the Soul)
This essential area focuses on the inner dimension of the believer, aiming to cleanse the heart and cultivate the highest level of prophetic character.
🧠 4. Uṣūl al-Fiqh and Uṣūl ad-Dīn (Principles of Law and Religion)
For the advanced student, this discipline delves into the methodology used by scholars to derive Islamic rulings, fostering critical thinking and a deeper appreciation for the Sharīʿah.
📚 5. Qur'an and Tajwīd
Focus on the recitation, memorization, and foundational rules of Tajwīd (elocution). This section also includes brief reflections (*Tadabbur*) on key chapters and verses of the Holy Book.
📜 6. Sīrah, Ta’rīkh, and Commentary
These topics provide the context necessary to fully appreciate the divine texts, studying the life of the Prophet Muhammad ($\text{peace be upon him}$) and Islamic history.
🔗 7. Hadith Studies
Dedicated to the methodology (*Uṣūl al-Ḥadīth*) of authenticating and understanding the prophetic narrations, covering the classification of Hadith and the biographies of narrators.
🗣️ 8. Da'wah and Community
Practical guidance on effective Islamic outreach, communication, and management of social issues within the local and global Muslim community.