From the Guraba blog
Reflections on knowledge, reading and education to deepen understanding and guide good practice.

Dr. Muhammad Yusri Ibrahim
An account of the Sunni method of affirming the divine names and attributes, with statements from the early imams and the main features of Ibn ʿAbd al-Barr’s commentary on the hadith of descent.

Dr. Muhammad Yusri Ibrahim
“The Sunnah” is “the knowledge and practice, beliefs and rulings, character and manners followed by our Prophet ﷺ and his Companions, may Allah be pleased with them. In this sense, it is synonymous with religion and the Sharia.”

Dr. Muhammad Yusri Ibrahim
Praise of Allah Most High and a reminder of His names, attributes, lordship, and oneness through Qur’anic verses, supplications, and the meanings of faith.

Abdulaziz al-Tarifi
An article on honouring the Prophet and a Muslim’s responsibility when he is insulted.

Abdulaziz al-Tarifi
An explanation of the varied circumstances and effects of trials, with a warning against passing a single judgement on everyone who suffers.

Abdulaziz al-Tarifi
The Sunnah’s place as a source of evidence and guidance, as reflected in the Companions’ care for it.

Ibrahim al-Sakran
From contemplating the stars and the order of the universe to deepening certainty and reverence.

Ibrahim al-Sakran
A reflection on how understanding religion is connected with appreciating the knowledge and standing of the early generations.