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What Should Seekers Do If They Cannot Find a Spiritual Guide in Sufism?
Many Muslims today feel drawn to the Bani ‘Alawi tradition of Tarim, yet they are unsure how to approach the path responsibly. This article explores the role of spiritual guidance in Sufism and the advice of Imam al-Haddad for seekers navigating the path today.
Rizwana Sayed
5 days ago2 min read


Charity That Replaced Hajj: The Story of Sacrifice
Discover two inspiring stories from Rashfat as-Sadi and classical sources, where Rabi‘ ibn Sulayman and ʿAbdallah ibn Al-Mubarak gave up their Hajj for charity.

Sakina Publishing
Jun 5, 20254 min read


The Spiritual Light of Simṭ ad-Durar: Drawing Near to the Prophet ﷺ
In every age, Allah raises hearts that revive love for His Beloved ﷺ. One such heart was that of Ḥabīb ʿAlī b. Muhammad al-Habashi, who...

Sakina Publishing
May 18, 20253 min read


The Story of Sultan Murad III— A Glimpse into Humility and Hidden Virtue
In the bustling world of Ottoman Istanbul, tales of devotion and hidden virtue wove through the fabric of society. One such story, that...

Sakina Publishing
Oct 26, 20243 min read


The Virtue of Remembering the Saints
Our great master, Shaykh Alī bin Abī Bakr al-Alawī, may Allah be pleased with him, said: It is incumbent upon every Muslim who seeks...

Sakina Publishing
May 16, 20243 min read


The Story of Aziz Mahmud Hudayi
During the time of the Ottoman Empire, there was a respected scholar called Aziz Mahmud Hudayi, who was appointed as the judge by the...

Sakina Publishing
Dec 13, 20238 min read
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