Darul Ifta Ibn Masood

Translating the works of Ibn Jowzi

· 5 Jumada II 1445 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

A friend asked me my opinion. He would like to translate a biography of Ibn Qayyim al Jowzi. I understand that salafis are very inclined to him, so i do not want to cause more pro-Salafis etc. We the Ahlus Sunnah also love him. Can Mufti Saheb please advise me!

Answer

Ibn Jowzi Rahimahullah was a great Alim but criticised many Awliya. Hence, one should refrain from translating his works as it could result in confusion whereby people will show disrespect to the Awliya.

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Mufti Mohammed Desai
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