Four Principles of Shirk (Al-Qawaid Al-Arba)

This is the second scholarly text that is taught in the “From the Inkpot to the Grave” syllabus. It is a summarised text authored for beginners clarifying issues regarding Shirk, by going through four principles of Shirk mentioned in the Qur’an. This allows the student to have a better understanding of Shirk and keeping their belief safe from doubtful matters. This book is placed here to ensure a beginner can keep their belief in Islamic monotheism pure from shirk.

It is taught in a simple and easy way using the explanation of Shaykh Haytham Sarhān (May Allāh Preserve him) who is a former teacher in Al-Masjid Al-Nabawī. The explanation has graphs and tree diagrams to facilitate learning. Constant revision and recall are also done by the teacher ensuring that the knowledge in engraved into the hearts of the students.