An-Nawawi 40 Hadith: Book One: Foundations

Book One of a six part study guide series covering all forty hadith of An-Nawawi's collection, Hadith One through Eight, the foundation the rest of the tradition builds on. Covers intention, the hadith of Jibril, the five pillars as one interdependent structure, creation and the breath, the rejection of innovation with an honest look at the classical sama debate, the doubtful matters between halal and haram, and sincerity paired with the sanctity of a life, including the full historical context Hadith Eight needs and rarely gets. Draws on classical commentary, contemporary Muslim scholarship, psychological research, and honest comparative notes with other traditions throughout. Includes real worksheet space for every hadith and a closing dua. 4,600 words.