



Overview:
Sunan Abu Dawood, compiled by Imam Abu Dawood Sulaiman bin Ash’ath as-Sijistani (d. 275 AH/889 CE), is a cornerstone of the Kutub al-Sittah, the six major hadith collections in Sunni Islam. Containing 4,800 carefully selected hadiths across 52 chapters, it covers essential aspects of Islamic life, including purification, prayer, fasting, jihad, commercial transactions, and etiquette. The Urdu translation by Darussalam, presented in a four-volume hardcover set, features the original Arabic text, a clear and accurate Urdu translation by Abu Ammaar Omar Farooq Saeedi, and scholarly commentary by Hafiz Salahuddin Yousaf and others. This edition is renowned for its rigorous methodology, with Imam Abu Dawood transparently noting weaker narrations, ensuring reliability for scholars and lay readers alike.
The importance of Sunan Abu Dawood lies in its comprehensive scope and practical relevance, serving as a guide for Muslims to align their lives with the Sunnah. Its hadiths are widely accepted across all four Sunni schools of jurisprudence, making it a universal reference. The Darussalam Urdu edition enhances its significance by bridging linguistic barriers, bringing authentic hadiths to millions of Urdu-speaking Muslims. With high-quality imported paper, clear typography, and durable binding, this version combines scholarly integrity with accessibility, making it an indispensable resource for personal study, teaching, and spiritual growth.
Key Features:
- Authentic Hadith Collection: Features 4,800 hadiths across 52 chapters, primarily authentic, with weak narrations clearly identified for transparency.
- Clear Urdu Translation: Abu Ammaar Omar Farooq Saeedi’s precise Urdu translation, paired with the original Arabic text, ensures accessibility and authenticity.
- Scholarly Commentary: Detailed explanations by Hafiz Salahuddin Yousaf and others provide context, practical applications, and modern relevance.
- Premium Production Quality: Four-volume hardcover set with imported paper, clear typography, and durable binding (17x24 cm, ~875 pages per volume).
- Comprehensive Coverage: Includes topics like purification, prayer, fasting, jihad, and etiquette, applicable to all Sunni jurisprudential schools.
- Enhanced Accessibility: Thematic organization, glossaries, and term explanations make it user-friendly for beginners and advanced readers.
- Cultural and Linguistic Relevance: The Urdu translation caters specifically to Urdu-speaking communities, fostering deeper engagement with the Sunnah.