Four Imams

Four Imams

Sarwar, Zimarina; Jahani, Arash; Antonelli, Martha; Hammuda, Ali

Islamic Foundation

11/2024

180

Mole

9780860379485

15 a 20 dias

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Introduction

* Who were the Four Imams?

* Where were they from?

* Relationship between the Four Imams

* What the Four Imams said about one another

Imam Abu Hanifa

* Sweet beginnings

* Understanding life in Kufa

* Early life of young Nu'man

* Dignity in independence

* A few short words pave the way

* When the path to knowledge takes a detour

* A student-teacher relationship like no other

* The character of Imam Abu Hanifa

* Imam Abu Hanifa and the drunk neighbour

* The fiqh of Imam Abu Hanifa: A collective effort

* Best of the best: The students supporting Imam Abu Hanifa

* In chains: the torture and death of Imam Abu Hanifa

Lessons we can learn

* Consider the sincerity of Thabit

* Having money is a responsibility and a privilege

* Don't underestimate the impact of a few words

* Don't ever feel limited by your young age

* Do not be afraid to pursue your passion

* Learn from the best people available to you

* Things will come to you at the right time

* The purpose of knowledge is action and growth

* Never write people off as a lost cause

* The benefits of collaboration

Imam Malik


* Out playing with birds

* Experiencing many different teachers and students

* The character of Imam Malik

- His caution against seeking fame

- His gravity of presence

- His unbreakable focus while teaching

- His willingness to say "I don't know"

- His preference for simplicity

- His indifference to power and privilege

* A letter from Abdullah

* Hanging up al-Muwatta in the Kaaba

* The children of Imam Malik

* Being tested by a secret spy

* The death of a giant

Lessons we can learn

* Knowledge without manners is futile

* Don't underestimate the power of memorisation

* Consider the chain reactions you could start off

* The beauty of keeping your good deeds private

* The power of "I don't know"

* Appreciate that everybody has their own path in life

* Turning down immense worldly rewards

* Knowledge is not an inheritance

Imam al-Shafi'i


* Difficult beginnings

* Decisive decades in the desert

* A nudge in a new direction

* Approaching the door of Imam Malik

* Standing firm against scheming in Yemen

* The travels of Imam al-Shafi'i

* Honouring different opinions

* How Imam al-Shafi'i worshipped

* Leaving this world as a throne of gold awaits

Lessons we can learn


* Greatness can often be traced back to the efforts of mothers

* Seek out and be part of the best company

* Important things deserve preparation

* Facing betrayal can teach you painful, but necessary lessons

* Different perspectives can all be equally valid

* Treat fame, admiration and public adoration with great caution

* Never allow yourself to get too confident about your deeds

Imam Ahmad


* Starting out life as an orphan

* Onto journeys far from home with Yahya

* The character of Imam Ahmad

- His refusal to accept favours

- His interactions with the people

- His humility

- His dedication to worship

- Putting his knowledge into practice

- His willingness to say "I don't know"

- Being troubled by fame

* The greatest trial in Imam Ahmad's life

- What was the 'trial'?

- The Caliph joins the corruption

- Turmoil spread like wildfire

- Al-Mu'tasim takes over as Caliph

- The imprisonment of Imam Ahmad

- The debates begin

- The torture of Imam Ahmad begins

- The rise of a new oppressor: al-Wathiq

- The tide turns with al-Mutawakkil

* Being taught patience from a thief

* Forgiven and forgotten?

* The death of Imam Ahmad

Lessons we can learn

* We prepare for the things we love

* Humility will enrich every aspect of your life

* It is always safest to tread with caution (wara')

* Gather pearls of wisdom... even from a criminal

* It takes bravery to stand alone against an ocean

* The truth will make itself known eventually

A Final Thought - Looking back and looking forwards
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