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What was the primary reason Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan al-Faarisi compiled Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
What was the primary reason Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan al-Faarisi compiled Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
How did Ibn Balabaan reorganize the content of Sahih ibn Hibbaan in his book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
How did Ibn Balabaan reorganize the content of Sahih ibn Hibbaan in his book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
How much of the original content and commentary from Sahih ibn Hibbaan did Ibn Balabaan retain in his rearranged version?
How much of the original content and commentary from Sahih ibn Hibbaan did Ibn Balabaan retain in his rearranged version?
What system did Ibn Balabaan use to allow cross-referencing his rearranged version with the original Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
What system did Ibn Balabaan use to allow cross-referencing his rearranged version with the original Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
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Approximately when did Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan live and compile his book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
Approximately when did Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan live and compile his book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan?
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Ibn Balabaan's book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan was written in the 14th century AH
Ibn Balabaan's book Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan was written in the 14th century AH
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In his book, Ibn Balabaan completely removed all of Ibn Hibbaan's original chapter titles
In his book, Ibn Balabaan completely removed all of Ibn Hibbaan's original chapter titles
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Ibn Balabaan included indicators in his book to allow cross-referencing back to the original locations of hadith in Sahih ibn Hibbaan
Ibn Balabaan included indicators in his book to allow cross-referencing back to the original locations of hadith in Sahih ibn Hibbaan
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Ibn Balabaan removed all of Ibn Hibbaan's commentary related to the sciences of hadith and fiqh in his rearranged version
Ibn Balabaan removed all of Ibn Hibbaan's commentary related to the sciences of hadith and fiqh in his rearranged version
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In Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan, Ibn Balabaan aimed to make the hadiths more accessible by arranging them into unfamiliar chapters
In Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan, Ibn Balabaan aimed to make the hadiths more accessible by arranging them into unfamiliar chapters
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Study Notes
Overview of Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan
- Preserves much of the original content from Ibn Hibbaan's work.
- Focuses on structuring hadiths into familiar religious chapters for easier access.
Author Details
- Written by Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan al-Faarisi, recognized as al-Ameer.
- Active during the 8th century AH (approximately 14th century CE), specifically 739 AH.
Purpose and Significance
- Created in response to the observation that Sahih ibn Hibbaan was underutilized due to its complexity.
- Aims to make the hadith accessible for scholars and students of Islamic knowledge.
Methodology and Structure
- Hadiths are organized into chapters and sub-chapters, facilitating better navigation and use.
- Retains the original titles used by Ibn Hibbaan, maintaining contextual relevance.
- Asaaneed (chains of narration) are preserved, ensuring the scholarly commentary and integrity of the hadiths remains intact.
- Employs symbols to mark the location of hadiths in the original text, aiding in cross-referencing and study.
Al-Ihsaan fi Taqreeb Sahih ibn Hibbaan
- Preserved original content of Ibn Hibbaan's work while enhancing accessibility for readers.
- Rearranged Ahadith into sections based on commonly recognized religious chapters.
Author
- Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan al-Faarisi, also known as al-Ameer, was an influential figure in Islamic scholarship, active during 739 AH.
Subject Matter
- Focused on the systematic organization of Ahadith from Sahih ibn Hibbaan, facilitating easier navigation and comprehension for users.
Reason for the Book
- Identified a gap in usage where many scholars and students found Sahih ibn Hibbaan challenging to utilize due to its structure.
Methodology and Organization of Hadith
- Structured the book into clearly defined chapters and sub-chapters for better clarity and usability.
- Maintained the original titles from Ibn Hibbaan, preserving authenticity while providing a consumer-friendly layout.
- Kept intact the Asaaneed (chains of narration), ensuring fidelity to the original Hadith and accompanying scholarly commentary.
- Included symbols throughout the text to guide readers in locating specific Ahadith within the original work of Ibn Hibbaan.
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Explore the innovative approach of Abu ul-Hassan 'Ali ibn Balabaan as he simplifies the use of Sahih ibn Hibbaan. This quiz covers the rearrangement of hadiths into familiar chapters, making them more accessible for religious study. Dive into the significance and methodology behind this instrumental work in Islamic literature.
