Commentary on the book "40 Hadiths an-Nawawi", by Imam Muhyi ad-Din Abu Zakariya Yahya An-Nawawi, by Dr. Sâlih Ibn Fawzân Al-Fawzân, Important Lessons Series (1) بعين النووية

The book "The Forty Hadiths of An-Nawawi " is considered an exceptional and unique work of its kind. It is one of the most popular books among Muslims. Because of its importance, people of science have focused on its study, explanation and teaching. Muslims have accepted this work without question and are diligent in translating it into many languages.

The author, Imam An-Nawawi - may Allah have mercy on him - has compiled forty prophetic hadiths which contain the overall sayings of the Prophet - peace and blessings of Allah be upon him -. Each of these hadiths contains one of the fundamental bases of Islam. By the way, scholars have mentioned that religion is based on the principles mentioned in this book. It is a treasure trove of religious judgments and fundamental principles of Islam.

The valuable lessons that the reader will discover throughout the commentaries of Sheikh Salih Al-Fawzan - may Allah preserve him - have greatly increased the value of this book. Indeed, the uniqueness, jurisprudence, morals and good manners as well as the other teachings of the Sheikh constitute subjects which the Muslim simply cannot do without in our time. This will help him understand his religion and realize its merits.

Thus, it behooves a Muslim to learn these hadiths as they contain important questions in the foundations and branches of the religion as well as its moral values.