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Full Description
The
Four Imams provides an engaging and informative account of the four most
well-renowned Imams in Islamic history - Iman Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam
Shafi'i and Imam Ahmad. Adopting a story-telling style, it relays biographical
information, summarising their fascinating life journeys, alongside lessons and
conclusions that have real-world application for the reader in an
age-appropriate manner.
Contents
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
