Al-Lulu Wal-Marjan- Alaa

Overview:

"Al-Lu'lu wal-Marjan" is a renowned and authentic compilation of the Prophetic Hadiths, compiled by Allama Muhammad Fouad Abdul Baqi. This book contains only those narrations that are agreed upon by both Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, which are unanimously accepted by the Muslim Ummah for their authenticity. Its purpose is to provide easy and reliable access to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for Muslims.

The book includes hadiths that are found in both Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, placing them at the highest level of authenticity. These narrations offer clear guidance on religious matters, beliefs, acts of worship, ethics, and social dealings. Allama Abdul Baqi has organized these Hadiths by subject, making it easier for readers to locate relevant topics.

Key Features:

1. Guaranteed Authenticity: Includes only the Hadiths agreed upon by both Bukhari and Muslim, whose authenticity is unanimously acknowledged by the Ummah.

2. Topical Arrangement: Hadiths are categorized under themes such as worship, beliefs, ethics, and social matters for easy navigation.

3. Primary Source after the Qur’an: The Hadiths of the Prophet ﷺ are the second most important source of Islamic law and guidance after the Holy Qur’an.

4. Scholarly Preservation: The preservation and transmission of these Hadiths have been made possible through the efforts of the Sahabah, Tabieen, and great Muhaddithin.

5. Simple and Understandable: The structure and presentation of the Hadiths make them easily accessible and understandable even for general readers.