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Riyad as-Salihin – Abridged and Annotated

Riyad as-Salihin – Abridged and Annotated

Meadows of the Righteous | Paperback | 620pages

Imam Yahya ibn Sharaf an-Nawawi (author)

Mariam Madge Conlan (translator)

Publisher: Turath Publishing

Riyad as-Salihin is a collection of almost two thousand Hadiths on numerous subjects, selected from the Sahih collections and other canonical books of the Sunnah. This abridgement of Imam Nawawi's great work is based on the format of Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il an-Nabhani's Mukhtasar Riyad as-Salihin and incorporates the commentary on its hadiths found in Nuzhat al-Muttaqin: Sharh Riyad as-Salihin, by Dr Mustafa Sa'id al-Khin, Dr Mustafa al-Bugha, Muhyi ad-Din Mistu, 'Ali ash-Shirbaji and Muhammad Amin Lutfi. The resulting synthesis is at once comprehensive, concise and self-explanatory. It provides the reader with a commentary on Riyad as-Salihin which is not only practical and relevant to the lives of Muslims today, but which is accessible enough to serve as a regular source of reference for all Muslims, including students of the Din.
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Based on the Abridged Riyad as-Salihin by Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il an-Nabhani This abridgement of Imam Nawawi's great work is based on the format of Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il an-Nabhani's Mukhtasar Riyad as-Salihin and incorporates the commentary on its hadiths found in Nuzhat al-Muttaqin: Sharh Riyad as-Salihin, by Dr Mustafa Sa'id al-Khin, Dr Mustafa al-Bugha, Muhyi ad-Din Mistu, 'Ali ash-Shirbaji and Muhammad Amin Lutfi. The resulting synthesis is at once comprehensive, concise and self-explanatory.

It provides the reader with a commentary on Riyad as-Salihin which is not only practical and relevant to the lives of Muslims today, but which is accessible enough to serve as a regular source of reference for all Muslims, including students of the Din. In 13th Century Damascus, the renowned Hadith Scholar, juristic expert, academic luminary and pious ascetic, Imam Muhyi ad-Din Abu Zakariyya Yahya ibn Sharaf an-Nawawi set himself the task of compiling a short collection of rigorously authenticated Hadith, which will comprise for its reader a way to the hereafter.

The resulting Riyad as-Salihin is a collection of almost two thousand Hadiths on numerous subjects, selected from the Sahih collections and other canonical books of the Sunnah. This blessed book, containing the treasures of the noble Sunnah and Prophetic guidance, was greeted with immediate scholarly approval and has established its worth in terms of the far-reaching and long-term influence it has had on Muslim character, conduct, education and reform throughout the Ummah and across the centuries. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is “Riyad as-Salihin (Gardens of the Righteous)”?

“Riyad as-Salihin” is a famous compilation of Hadiths put together by Imam Al-Nawawi in the 13th century. The title means “Gardens of the Righteous.” It contains several hundred hadiths organized by topics of ethics, manners, worship, and spirituality. It’s a beloved book because it’s like a guide to daily living as a good Muslim, drawn directly from the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

2. What is special about the “abridged and annotated” version of Riyad as-Salihin available on ilmStore?

An “abridged” version means that the editors have shortened the original, likely by selecting key hadiths rather than including all of them. This makes it more manageable for readers who want the core lessons without repetition. “Annotated” means there are explanatory notes. So, in the ilmStore edition, you’ll find footnotes or commentary that explain the context of certain hadiths, define any tricky terms, and sometimes provide brief lessons from scholars about the hadith. This helps especially if you’re not familiar with all the background – the notes make the hadiths clearer and more applicable to your life.

3. Can a beginner read Riyad as-Salihin easily?

Yes, Riyad as-Salihin is actually one of the recommended hadith books for beginners due to its focus on foundational Islamic morals and practices. The hadiths Imam Nawawi chose are generally straightforward and widely relevant (like being sincere, respecting parents, avoiding anger, virtues of charity, etc.). With the annotated version, a beginner will have an even easier time because any difficult points are clarified. You can read it like a devotional – a few hadiths a day – and reflect on them. It’s very spiritually uplifting and practical.

4. How is Riyad as-Salihin organized? Do I need to read it cover to cover?

Imam Nawawi organized Riyad as-Salihin by thematic chapters. Each chapter focuses on a virtue or topic. For example, some chapter titles are “Truthfulness,” “Patience,” “The Excellence of Reciting the Qur’an,” “Modesty,” “Repentance,” etc. Under each, he lists several hadiths that pertain to that topic. You don’t have to read it cover to cover (though you certainly can). Many people pick a chapter that interests them and read those hadiths. The chapters are fairly short. It’s also popular for study circles or family reading – you could cover one chapter per session. Over time, reading through it chapter by chapter, you’d cover the whole book, but you can definitely jump around or use it as a reference for specific subjects.

5. What benefit does one get from reading Riyad as-Salihin regularly?

Regular reading of Riyad as-Salihin is like regularly watering a garden of faith in your heart (true to its “garden” metaphor!). It constantly reminds you of the Prophet’s guidance on large and small aspects of life. By seeing hadiths frequently, you start memorizing some or at least remembering their messages. This can directly influence your behavior – for instance, after reading the chapter on controlling one’s tongue, you become more mindful of avoiding gossip or harsh words. After reading the merits of charity, you feel motivated to give. It’s a way of keeping prophetic wisdom present in daily life. Plus, there’s a spiritual blessing Muslims feel in reading the words of the Prophet ﷺ often – it increases love for him and eagerness to follow his example.