Who Is a Student of Knowledge?
A student of Nadwat al-ʿUlamāʾ once asked me: “Shaykh, who is a ṭālib al-ʿilm (student of knowledge)?” I…
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Guidance on Conducting with Others
It is mentioned in the book Tanbīh al-ghāfilīn by al-Samarqandī: Yaḥyā ibn Muʿādh said: “Let the portion of…
My Heart Is Not Mine
I have called many things my own in life: my books, my dreams, my thoughts, my efforts, and…
The Dangers of Excess in Life
Excessive Watering Turns the Rose Yellow By: Dr Muḥammad Akram al-Nadwī Oxford 5/6/2026 CE Man escapes from deficiency…
Message to Shaykh Akram Nadwi
To a Devoted Reader by Dr Muhammad Akram Nadwi Oxford 4 June 2026 Letter: Peace be upon you,…
The Third Type of People Who Do Nothing
Our Business Is: To Do No Business Dr Mohammad Akram Nadwi Oxford 2 June 2026 There are two…
The Illusion of Leaving a Void After Death
He who believes his death will leave a void that cannot be filled is deluded. How profound is…
The Illusion of Human Significance
He who believes that his death will leave an unfillable void is indeed deluded. How profound is the…
Eagle and Crow: A Life Lesson
The Eagle and the Crow By: Dr. Muhammad Akram Nadwi Oxford 21/5/2026 The eagle, with its majesty, strength,…
The Strength of Inner Unity
The cotton folded upon itself and became a sturdy rope By: Dr. Muhammad Akram Nadwi Oxford 20/5/2026 If…