Diraya al-Hidaya Sharh Hidayat al-Nahw (2 Volume Set) دراية الهداية شرح هداية النحو 1/2

Hidayat al-Nahw (The Guidance in Grammar) is one of the most celebrated and enduring textbooks of Arabic syntax, serving for centuries as a cornerstone of the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum. Closely modeled on Imam Ibn al-Hajib's renowned Al-Kafiyah, it presents Arabic grammar in a concise yet systematic manner, making it an ideal intermediate text for students progressing beyond introductory works.

Although its authorship was historically attributed to several scholars, modern research overwhelmingly identifies its author as Sheikh Sirajuddin of Awadh, India. The work is elegantly organized into three principal sections covering nouns (Asma'), verbs (Af'al), and particles (Huruf), providing students with a clear and logical framework for mastering Arabic syntax.

The Commentary: Dirayat al-Hidayah

Written by Sheikh Abdullah bin Aal Ahmad al-Husaini (d. 1305 AH), Dirayat al-Hidayah is among the finest commentaries on Hidayat al-Nahw. Renowned for its clarity and pedagogical excellence, it goes far beyond explaining grammatical rules by carefully analyzing the syntax (I'rab) of each example, presenting the reasoning behind grammatical principles, and resolving difficult expressions and apparent contradictions within the text.

Its methodical approach has made it a trusted companion for both teachers and advanced students studying traditional Arabic grammar.

The Value of This Critical Edition

This edition represents a distinguished collaboration between two leading centers of Islamic scholarship.

Syed Abd al-Rashid Hashmi of Jamia Al-Ulum Al-Islamiyyah (Banuri Town, Karachi) contributes deep familiarity with the South Asian Dars-e-Nizami tradition, ensuring the edition remains faithful to the way the text has been taught for generations.

Muhammad Barakat of Maktaba Ihya al-Turath al-Islami and Al-Azhar brings the rigorous editorial standards of the Azharite tradition, carefully comparing manuscripts, correcting transcription errors, and verifying grammatical discussions to produce a reliable scholarly text.

This two-volume edition of Dirayat al-Hidayah combines traditional pedagogical expertise with meticulous modern scholarship, offering one of the finest available editions of this classic commentary. It is an indispensable resource for students, teachers, and researchers seeking a clear, authentic, and academically reliable guide to one of the most important intermediate texts in Arabic grammar.