Islamic Beliefs by Abdullâh A. Hamid al-Athari, Nasiruddin al-Khattab

A Muslim living in the modern era faces a serious challenge: the proliferation of ideas, movements, and approaches to Islam that look Islamic on the surface but deviate from the creed and methodology of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and the first three generations. Without a clear and accessible grounding in the aqeedah of Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jamaah, a Muslim can spend years — even a lifetime — following a deviant path while sincerely believing they are on the right one.

Islamic Beliefs: A Brief Introduction to the Aqeedah of Ahl as-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah by Abdullah A. Hamid al-Athari and Nasiruddin al-Khattab is written specifically to close this gap — a clear, accessible, and direct statement of correct Islamic belief that equips every Muslim with the knowledge they need to assess their own creed and their approach to the religion.

What This Book Covers

The Main Points of Aqeedah — Clearly Explained

The book covers the essential matters of Islamic belief — Tawheed, the names and attributes of Allah, the articles of faith, the correct understanding of prophethood, and the position of the Companions — all presented in plain, accessible English without the technical jargon that makes some aqeedah texts difficult for non-specialists to navigate.

The Path of the Prophet and the Salaf — vs. the Deviant Paths

Rather than simply stating what the correct creed is, the book explains the main features of the path of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and the early generation, with brief but clear references to deviant groups — showing the contrast between guidance and misguidance, between the path illuminated by the Qur'an and Sunnah and the paths that depart from it. This comparative approach gives the reader the tools to evaluate claims about the religion rather than simply absorbing information.

A Clear Approach to the Qur'an and Sunnah

The book's concluding emphasis is on how to approach the Qur'an and Sunnah correctly — the methodology that Ahlus-Sunnah uses to derive belief and practice, and why this methodology is the only one that produces the certainty a believer needs. This is the part of the book that unifies everything else.

About the Authors

Abdullah A. Hamid al-Athari is a scholar of Salafi aqeedah. Nasiruddin al-Khattab is a well-known translator of Islamic texts into English, with numerous works from major publishers to his credit. Published by International Islamic Publishing House (IIPH).

Who This Book Is For

Any Muslim who wants a concise, clear, and reliable reference for the basic matters of Islamic belief grounded in the Qur'an, Sunnah, and the understanding of the Salaf. Ideal for new Muslims building their aqeedah, born Muslims who want to verify and strengthen their beliefs, Islamic teachers looking for an accessible introductory text, and anyone who wants a book they can return to as a quick reference on matters of creed.