The Misguidance of The Habashi Sect

About This Book:
Anwar Wright’s “The Misguidance of the Habashi Sect, Also Known as the Ahbash” is a critical assessment of the Ahbash religious organization, concentrating on their beliefs, practices, and the disputes surrounding them within the broader context of Islamic theology and jurisprudence. This book offers readers an in-depth examination of the Ahbash sect and its departure from mainstream Islamic theology.

The following are some of the highlights of “The Misguidance of the Habashi Sect, Also Known as the Ahbash”:

Historical Context:

The book situates the Ahbash sect within its historical framework, detailing its roots and progress. It illuminates the sect’s founders, leaders, and prominent characters, as well as their impact on modern Islamic discourse.

Doctrinal Examination:

Anwar Wright extensively studies Ahbash’s doctrinal views and practices, noting places where their theology and interpretations of Islamic precepts depart from mainstream Sunni Islam. This comprises positions on Islamic law (fiqh), theology (aqeedah), and spirituality.

Disputes and Critiques:

The book delves into the disputes and critiques that have arisen over the Ahbash sect, both within and outside the Muslim community. It offers an impartial examination of the disagreements about their teachings and practices.

Comparative Analysis:

The author provides comparative insights into how Ahbash’s beliefs and practices differ from mainstream Sunni Islamic traditions throughout the book, assisting readers in understanding the fundamental grounds of controversy.

Scholarly Perspective:

Anwar Wright’s work incorporates the perspectives and opinions of Islamic academics and professionals, guaranteeing that the critique of the Ahbash sect is based on Islamic literature and tradition.