Al-Silsila al-'Aqadiyya al-Sanusiyya (5 Volume Set): Sharh al-Muqaddimat - Sharh Sughra al-Sughra - Sharh al-'Aqida al-Kubra - Sharh al-'Aqida al-Wusta - Sharh al-'Aqida al-Sughra السلسلة العقدية السنوسية (شرح المقدمات - شرح صغرى الصغرى - شرح العقيدة

Al-Silsila al-'Aqadiyya al-Sanusiyya (السلسلة العقدية السنوسية) is one of the most celebrated curricula in classical Sunni theology. Authored by the renowned Ash'ari theologian Imam Muhammad ibn Yusuf al-Sanusi (d. 895 AH), this five-volume collection has shaped the study of Islamic creed for over five centuries and remains a cornerstone of traditional Islamic education throughout the Muslim world.

Designed as a progressive course of study, Imam al-Sanusi's works guide students from the fundamentals of belief to advanced theological reasoning. Beginning with the principles of knowledge and rational inquiry, the series gradually develops the reader's understanding of the Divine Attributes, prophethood, and the core tenets of Sunni Islam before presenting the sophisticated arguments of classical Ash'ari theology.

The set includes:

• Sharh al-Muqaddimat, introducing the foundations of knowledge, certainty, and rational judgment.

• Sharh Sughra al-Sughra, an accessible introduction to the essential beliefs of Sunni creed.

• Sharh al-Aqida al-Sughra (Umm al-Barahin), Imam al-Sanusi's most widely studied work, explaining the necessary, impossible, and possible attributes of Allah and His Messengers.

• Sharh al-Aqida al-Wusta, which expands upon these principles with deeper theological discussions and responses to intellectual challenges.

• Sharh al-Aqida al-Kubra (Sharh Aqidat Ahl al-Tawhid), the author's masterpiece, offering comprehensive discussions of Islamic theology, logical proofs for the existence of Allah, the Divine Attributes, prophethood, divine decree, and classical theological debates.

Imam al-Sanusi's writings are admired for their remarkable clarity, logical precision, and systematic approach. Rather than presenting theology as an abstract discipline, he consistently demonstrates how sound belief strengthens faith, deepens certainty, and inspires sincere devotion to Allah. His balanced integration of reason and revelation has made these works enduring textbooks in seminaries from North Africa to Southeast Asia.

This premium hardcover edition from Dar al-Taqwa has been carefully edited from reliable manuscript sources and produced to the publisher's renowned standards, featuring clear typography, quality cream paper, durable bindings, and an elegant presentation suitable for both study and long-term reference.

Who is This Book Set For?

Whether you are a student of Islamic theology, a seminary instructor, or a researcher of classical Sunni scholarship, Al-Silsila al-'Aqadiyya al-Sanusiyya offers one of the finest structured introductions to the Ash'ari tradition and remains an indispensable addition to any serious Islamic library.

About the Author: Imam al-Sanusi

Imam Muhammad ibn Yusuf al-Sanusi was born in Tlemcen (modern-day Algeria). He was not only a master of theology and logic, but also a renowned scholar of Hadith, Quranic exegesis, and a deeply spiritual ascetic (zahid). His works are celebrated for:

Precision: His definitions are incredibly tight and logically sound.

Integration of Spirituality: Unlike some scholastic theologians whose works are purely intellectual, Imam al-Sanusi’s texts consistently tie intellectual theology back to spiritual devotion, mindfulness of Allah (muraqabah), and the purification of the heart.

About the Publisher: Dar al-Taqwa

Dar al-Taqwa (دار التقوى) is highly respected for its publications in the fields of traditional Islamic sciences, particularly Malikism, Ash’arism, and Sufism.

Scholarly Rigor: Their editions of classical texts are meticulously edited (tahqiq) by qualified teams of scholars who check the texts against multiple rare manuscripts.

Print Quality: This 5-volume set features high-grade cream paper, dual-color printing (distinguishing the primary text from the commentary), clear typography, and a durable, premium binding that makes it an excellent addition to any student’s or scholar’s library.