Imam Muhammad Sa'id Ramadan al-Buti

Imam Muhammad Sa'id Ramadan al-Buti

Muhammad Said Ramadan Al-Bouti (Arabic: مُحَّمَد سَعِيد رَمَضَان ٱلْبُوطِي, romanized: Muḥammad Saʿīd Ramaḍān al-Būṭī) (1929 – 21 March 2013) was a renowned Syrian Sunni Muslim scholar, writer and professor, where he was vice dean in the Damascus University and served as the imam of the Umayyad Mosque.[8]

Al-Bouti wrote more than sixty books on Islamic law and theology. He was a leading figure of Islamic neo-traditionalism which adhered to the four schools of thought in Sunni Islam and the orthodox Ash'arite creed. His works has been highly regarded to be a pivotal defense of Sunni Islam against opposing ideologies such as Secularism, Marxism, and Nationalism along with reformist movements of Wahhabism and Islamic Modernism.

On 21 March 2013, al-Bouti was assassinated at the Al-Iman Mosque in Damascus. The circumstances around the event are still unclear.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who was Imam Muhammad Said Ramadan al-Buti?

Imam al-Buti was a highly respected Syrian Sunni Muslim scholar, writer, and professor known for his deep knowledge of Islamic law, theology, and his defence of traditional Islam.

2. What are the main subjects covered in Imam al-Buti's books available here?

The books by Imam al-Buti on ilmstore.in address important topics like dealing with depression and anxiety from a Quranic perspective, guidance for young Muslim women, and understanding Allah's justice.

3. Are Imam al-Buti's books relevant for Muslims in India today?

Yes, his works offer guidance based on Islamic principles for contemporary challenges faced by Muslims globally, including youth issues and spiritual well-being, making them relevant for Indian readers.

4. What was Imam al-Buti's approach to Islamic thought?

Imam al-Buti was a leading figure in Islamic neo-traditionalism, adhering to the four Sunni schools of law and the Ash'arite creed, often defending these against reformist movements.

5. Are these books by Imam al-Buti translations?

The books listed in this collection are English editions, making the insights of this renowned Arabic-speaking scholar accessible to English readers in India.

6. Can Imam al-Buti's work help understand Islamic solutions to modern problems?

Yes, titles like "Islam and the Problems of the Youth" and "Depression & Anxiety: The Causes & Treatment According to the Quran" aim to provide Islamic perspectives on modern challenges.