The book Taqrib al-Tahdhib by Hafiz Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani (773–852 AH) is one of the most important concise books in the science of al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil (discrediting and attesting narrators). It is a concentrated summary of his larger work, Tahdhib al-Tahdhib. In it, the author compiled biographies of narrators with the most precise judgments, in concise lines, accurate meanings, and firm expressions that have become a standard for Hadith students and researchers worldwide.
This luxurious edition from Dar al-Asema – Riyadh is one of the best contemporary editions, verified and produced by:
Abu al-Ashbal Sagheer Ahmed Shaghef al-Pakistani
It is distinguished by its scholarly verification, print quality, luxurious chamois paper, and very clear colored font.
About the Author – Hafiz Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani
Ahmad ibn Ali ibn Muhammad ibn Hajar al-Asqalani, an Imam, Hafiz, and the Muhaddith (Hadith scholar) of the Egyptian lands, and one of the greatest Hadith scholars throughout history.
He authored over 150 works, among his most famous are:
- Fath al-Bari
- Al-Isabah fi Tamyiz al-Sahabah
- Tahdhib al-Tahdhib
- Lisan al-Mizan
- Ta'jil al-Manfa'ah
He was born in 773 AH in Egypt and died in 852 AH, and his scholarly influence continues to this day.
Reason for Authoring the Book Taqrib al-Tahdhib
Ibn Hajar clarified in his introduction the reason for authoring this book, which was to abbreviate the large-sized book Tahdhib al-Tahdhib, while preserving the essence of scholars' judgments in al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil, so that the ruling for each narrator usually comes in just one line, including:
- His lineage
- His kunya (patronymic)
- His laqab (epithet)
- His generation
- His ruling from the perspective of discrediting and attesting
The author compiled the ranks of narrators into 12 ranks, and their temporal layers into 12 layers, which makes it easy to refer to the book and understand the biographies quickly and accurately.
Illustrative Examples from the Book
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Ibrahim ibn Abd al-Rahman al-Saksaki: Saduq (truthful) with weak memory (Fifth Layer).
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Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal: Thiqah (trustworthy), Hafiz (memorizer), Faqih (jurist), Hujjah (authority), head of the Tenth Layer.
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Abu Dhabyan al-Qurashi: Majhul (unknown) from the Second Layer.
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Usamah ibn Zayd: Famous Sahabi (companion of the Prophet).
Why You Will Love This Book?
- Because it is the quickest reference to accurately access the rulings of narrators.
- Ibn Hajar's style combines depth and conciseness.
- A luxurious edition suitable for students of knowledge and researchers.
- Ideal for advanced study in Hadith science and al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil.
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Who Is This Book For?
This book is suitable for:
- Students of Hadith science
- Researchers in al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil
- Hadith teachers
- Those interested in the sciences of narration
- University libraries and religious researchers
Product Details
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Title: Taqrib al-Tahdhib
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Author: Ahmad ibn Ali ibn Hajar al-Asqalani (d. 852 AH)
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Investigator: Abu al-Ashbal Sagheer Ahmed Shaghef al-Pakistani
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Publisher: Dar al-Asema – Riyadh
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Category: Noble Prophetic Hadith | Al-Jarh wa al-Ta'dil
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Edition: Second – 1423 AH
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Number of Pages: 1412
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Volumes: One large volume
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Cover Type: Luxurious artistic binding
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Paper Type: Luxurious chamois
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Printing: Colored printing – very clear font
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Weight: 2.150 kg
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Dimensions: 24 × 17 cm
