The Lesson of ‘Ashura
The fast of ‘Ashura is an example of Islam preserving the distinct identity of a Muslim. During one of Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah's (hafizahullah) journeys to Uzbekistan, which coincided with the day of ‘Ashura, he mentioned: “Rasulullah…
Quran Recitation From the Grave
On the morning of 23rd of Rabi’ul Awwal 1447 (15/09/25) Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’ (hafizahullah) briefly spoke about one of his teachers, Shaykh Muhammad Najib Khayyatah (rahimahullah), a person whose life, was centred around the…
The Importance of Using the Hijri Calendar for Muslims
After ‘Asr Salah on Wednesday, 19 Dhul Qa’dah 1447 A.H., Shaykh ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) spoke about the importance of using the Hijri calendar for Muslims. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: “Ahmad Taymur Pasha (rahimahullah) [born and passed away - 1348 A.H./1940 -…
The Adab (Respect) of Shaykh ‘Abdullah Sirajuddin (rahimahullah)
Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’s (hafizahullah) main teacher was Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Al-Mufassir Shaykh ‘Abdullah Sirajuddin (rahimahullah). Shaykh’s (hafizahullah) companionship (suhbah) with him spanned fifty years. Shaykh ‘Abdullah…
Making the Most of The Blessed Month of Ramadan
At the onset of a previous Ramadan, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) delivered a short, yet profound message to the Muslim Ummah regarding the blessings of this month and the importance of utilizing our time in ‘Ibadah. The…
Modern Ease Demands More Work
Recently, [28 Jumadal Akhirah 1447, 18/ 12 / 2025] upon returning from the Haramayn Sharifayn to Istanbul, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) shared a profound reflection from this journey. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: “Among the…
Unity of Hearts in a Divided World
Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) has, on many occasions, cautioned against disunity within the Muslim Ummah, particularly among the ‘Ulama. Recently [19 Rabi'ul Awwal 1447, 11/ 09/ 2025], Shaykh (hafizahullah) spoke once again…
Understanding the Meaning of “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” and the Status of Salah in Islam
Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) on one occasion drew attention to an important phrase whose meaning has become forgotten among many of us, a phrase we repeat and hear daily, almost as a routine. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: "We…
The Straight Path is the Path of Knowledge and Practice
Shaykh 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) once said: The Straight Path is the path of Knowledge and Action. In every rak‘ah of salah, a Muslim recites Surah Fatihah, which contains one of the greatest and most comprehensive du’as. This du’a is found in the concluding…
Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’s (hafizahullah) Commitment to the Service of Hadith
One of the Students of my Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) who had visited the Shaykh (13 February 2021), to pay his respects and condolence after the demise of Shaykh's wife (may Allah raise her ranks),…
The Actual Reason for Our Current Pitiful State
My Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) often cites the following eye-opening incident from the life of Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu'anhu). Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu'anhu) was given the title:…
Feeling the Pain of the Ummah
An essential part of the culture of Islam is for each individual to consider himself/herself as part of the same body. 1. Sayyiduna Nu’man ibn Bashir (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) reports that Nabiy (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: "The believers in their mutual…
Four Deeds for Increasing the Memory
The following was written by My Honourable Teacher; Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) for the benefit of students of knowledge and all others who need it. Shaykh writes: The four deeds below are effective in increasing one’s…
Tadribur Rawi – Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah
This valuable handbook in the field of Hadith sciences by 'Allamah Suyutiy (rahimahullah) was afforded its rightful extent of research by My Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) in his edition of the book.…
Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’s View Regarding Darul ‘Ulum Deoband
The view of the great scholar, researcher and Muhaddith, my esteemed teacher, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah - Al-Halabi al-Madani regarding Darul 'Ulum Deoband The following is an extract from the speech that he delivered at the institute: "I have reliance upon,…
(معالم إرشادية (التسجيل الصوتي
Here is an audio series by My Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) on his kitab, Ma'alimu Irshadiyyah. It is extremely beneficial for people of knowledge. Download here
Shaykh ‘Awwamah’s Plea for Preparing High Calibre Leaders of Knowledge
While discussing the state of Islamic knowledge in the world currently, My Honourable Teacher; Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) mentioned a very important issue which I will paraphrase in the following paragraphs. These are the…
Shaykh ‘Awwamah’s Love for the Sunnah
My respected friend, Shaykh 'Awwamah’s son, Dr Muhyuddin (hafizhahullah), writes: "My respected father continuously encouraged his family in the home to adopt the various Sunnahs of Nabiy (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam). He encourages them by saying that these…
Audio Series on Atharul Hadith by Shaykh ‘Awwamah – Audios
The book; Atharul Hadith… was written by My Honourable Teacher; Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) many years ago, to stem the onslaught of the salafi mindset. This book has proven to be very effective in rectifying one’s outlook…
Recent, Priceless Advices of Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah)
Recently some of my students (11 of them) had visited My Honourable Teacher, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) in Istanbul. Shaykh -as is his noble habit- was extremely generous with his time and priceless advices. Hereunder is…
دراسات الكاشف للذهبي
This book; Dirasatul Kashifi Lil Imamil Hafizidh Dhahabiy, is an in-depth introduction to the field of Jarh & Ta'dil; which is the field of debating the reliability of the Hadith narrators. In addition to the other branches of Hadith sciences, My…