Assistant professor of applied linguistics at al-Baha University, College of Arts, KSA. Born and grew up in central Sudan -Haj Abdallah. Received territory education at Khartoum University specialized in English language. Interested in Social media, language learning and teaching, and Islamic mysticism in Sudan, however, in this regard he has written and translated many books covering the Sufi thought in his country .
Shaykh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al-Qurashi al-Madani al-Bakri al-Sammān- (1717–175), the Gnostic ... more Shaykh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al-Qurashi al-Madani al-Bakri al-Sammān- (1717–175), the Gnostic and perfect guide, wrote one of the rare and unique epistles that addressed the basic principles of Ṣūfi doctrine based on following the Muhammadan path. "The Divine Breaths on the Way of the Following the Muhammadan Path Risālat al-Nafaḥāt al-Ilāhīyah fī kayfīyat sulūk al-ṭarīqah al-Muḥammadīyah, " is the title of this outsanding work. The primary objective of the translation of this more than 400-year-old epistle is to introduce it to modern readers. This epistle is essential reading for any traveler and follower of the Ṣūfi path, and the advice it contains should be followed. The phrase "Muḥammadan path" refers to the Ṣūfi turuq that arose in the Hijaz and Maghrib throughout the eighteenth century, with a focus on renewal and reform.
This documentary book has more than one aim. Firstly, is to bring to life Funj period and beyond ... more This documentary book has more than one aim. Firstly, is to bring to life Funj period and beyond Muslim Sudan woman of renown. With no doubt that the personalities that have been written about in the book were exemplary in their characters and accomplishments. Their stories speak for itself, without question. Secondly, the book furthermore aim is to suggest that there may be women in Ṣūfī communities inside the country, and without slightest doubt there are other women figures who also performed an important part in their respective communities across the borders of the country, so the author here call upon other researchers to stand up for further studies in this rich, worthy field. My goal is to focus on a representative sample of Ṣūfī women, who were steeped in different aspects of the mystical dimensions of Islam in Sudan. However, the Sudanese Ṣūfī women’s legacy varied according to their roles as mothers or daughters, teachers or disciples, or even mystics.
يهدف هذا البحث إلى معرفة رؤية أهل التصوف للحرب التي نشبت في الخامس عشر من شهر أبريل 2023م بي... more يهدف هذا البحث إلى معرفة رؤية أهل التصوف للحرب التي نشبت في الخامس عشر من شهر أبريل 2023م بين القوات المسلحة وقوات الدعم السريع. كما يهدف إلى بيان الدور الذي اطلع به المسيد لهذه المجمعات الصوفية في توفير الإيواء، والغذاء، والدواء. ولجمع البيانات كان قد أجريت مقابلة مع بعض المتصوفة والمهتمين بالظاهرة الصوفية في المجتمع السوداني، وقد استعنت أيضا على بعض المعلومات، والمواد المصورة من بعض المجمعات مباشرة: ما هو الدور الذي قام به المسيد في مواجهة الأزمة الإنسانية التي أفرزتها الحرب؟
This a translation to the famous invocation of Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Karim al-Samman [1718-1... more This a translation to the famous invocation of Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Karim al-Samman [1718-1775] the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order. The invocation known as 'Jaliat al-Karb wa Munliat al-Arb', it used to recite by the Sammaniyya followers both in the obligatory prayer in the morning as well as in the evening, the invocation is part of the litanies that performed by the tariqa murids.
This a translated version of the book of aphorisms of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the notabl... more This a translated version of the book of aphorisms of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the notable Sammani Sudanese Sufi.
This is the first translation of the book of aphorisms by the renowned Sudanese Sammāni Ṣūfī scho... more This is the first translation of the book of aphorisms by the renowned Sudanese Sammāni Ṣūfī scholar and revivalist Shaykh Aḥmad al-Ṭayyib b. al-Bashȋr [1742-1824], identified as: The All-Merciful Breath in the Human Form. Shaykh Aḥmad al-Ṭayyib al-Bashȋr is the founder of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfī order in Sudan and Egypt. The book is include 66 aphorism, in addition to eight supplications come at the end of it. What is presented here is only the titles of the aphorisms.
يتناول الكتاب حياة الشريف الحاج عبدالله حفيد الشريف القناوي تاريخه واحفاده وكذلك تسليط الضوء على ... more يتناول الكتاب حياة الشريف الحاج عبدالله حفيد الشريف القناوي تاريخه واحفاده وكذلك تسليط الضوء على المنطقة التي باتت تعرف باسمه "الحاج عبدالله".
This part of this documentary work on Sufism in Sudan traces the efforts that have been provided ... more This part of this documentary work on Sufism in Sudan traces the efforts that have been provided by Sufis religiously, socially, and educationally, since their earliest arrival in the 11th century till the present day.
This is the English translation to the book of Siru al-Assrar of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir... more This is the English translation to the book of Siru al-Assrar of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order in Sudan and Egypt. The Siru al-Assrar (also known as Secret of Secrets, سِرُّ الأَسْرَار) is a compilation of Ṣalawat, sending of blessings and peace upon the Prophet Muḥammad. The extended title of the book is Siru al-Assrar fi Dhikr al-Ṣalat ‘ala al-Nabi al-Mukhtar (The Secret of Secrets in the Remembrance to ask for Blessings upon the Chosen Prophet).
Out of my interest and concern on Islāmic mysticism, mainly in my homeland Sudan, I drew attentio... more Out of my interest and concern on Islāmic mysticism, mainly in my homeland Sudan, I drew attention to the lack of complete work on Ṣūfīsm in the country. That targets the history and evolution of the major ṭuruq, its doctrine, rituals, and practices, in addition to the influence of these ṭuruq, religiously, socially, ucationally, and literary. The project has come into six books respectively entitle: ṭuruq-I.. Doctrine, Rituals & Practices-II. Religious, Social & Educational contributions- IV. Contributions in the Arts, & - V. Prophetic Madih in Sudan-VI This part of the project entitled ‘the major turuq’ is presented the main stream Sufi orders in Sudan..
The Scientific Contributions of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfi Order in Sudan is a project of two parts. The... more The Scientific Contributions of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfi Order in Sudan is a project of two parts. The first part presents an anthology of prose writings that have been penned by the Sammani Ṣūfis [Shaykhs and scholars]. While the second part of the project has devoted to the Sammani poetry, which is a type of poem that has composed by the Samman Ṣūfis [Shaykhs and murids]. If the Sammāniyya has become one of the Islamic world’s most popular Ṣūfi orders, it is certainly a testimony to the success led by its founders, who managed to show a living Islamic scholarly revival.
This book is a humble attempt to introduce the Ṣūfi thought of Shaykh Ἀbd al-Maḥmud al-Ḥafyan ... more This book is a humble attempt to introduce the Ṣūfi thought of Shaykh Ἀbd al-Maḥmud al-Ḥafyan [1915-1973], one of the most influential Ṣūfi thinkers throughout Ṣūfism history in Sudan. Therefore, this endeavour has been conducted to provide a historical perspective while exploring the most recurring themes of his thought, in the light of his original works.
This the 3rd edition of the Sammaniyya: Doctrine, History and Future. Revised and with new additi... more This the 3rd edition of the Sammaniyya: Doctrine, History and Future. Revised and with new addition.
Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the revivalist of tasawwuf in Sudan, 2022
This book presents the life and teachings of the notable Sudanese Sufi revivalist Shaykh Ahamd al... more This book presents the life and teachings of the notable Sudanese Sufi revivalist Shaykh Ahamd al-Tayyib al-Bashir, the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order in the Sudan and Africa.
This book presents the life and poetic production of one of the well-reputed Sudanese Sufi Shaykh... more This book presents the life and poetic production of one of the well-reputed Sudanese Sufi Shaykh Abdr-Rahim Muhammad Waqi'Allah al-Burai [1923-2005].
Shaykh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al-Qurashi al-Madani al-Bakri al-Sammān- (1717–175), the Gnostic ... more Shaykh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al-Qurashi al-Madani al-Bakri al-Sammān- (1717–175), the Gnostic and perfect guide, wrote one of the rare and unique epistles that addressed the basic principles of Ṣūfi doctrine based on following the Muhammadan path. "The Divine Breaths on the Way of the Following the Muhammadan Path Risālat al-Nafaḥāt al-Ilāhīyah fī kayfīyat sulūk al-ṭarīqah al-Muḥammadīyah, " is the title of this outsanding work. The primary objective of the translation of this more than 400-year-old epistle is to introduce it to modern readers. This epistle is essential reading for any traveler and follower of the Ṣūfi path, and the advice it contains should be followed. The phrase "Muḥammadan path" refers to the Ṣūfi turuq that arose in the Hijaz and Maghrib throughout the eighteenth century, with a focus on renewal and reform.
This documentary book has more than one aim. Firstly, is to bring to life Funj period and beyond ... more This documentary book has more than one aim. Firstly, is to bring to life Funj period and beyond Muslim Sudan woman of renown. With no doubt that the personalities that have been written about in the book were exemplary in their characters and accomplishments. Their stories speak for itself, without question. Secondly, the book furthermore aim is to suggest that there may be women in Ṣūfī communities inside the country, and without slightest doubt there are other women figures who also performed an important part in their respective communities across the borders of the country, so the author here call upon other researchers to stand up for further studies in this rich, worthy field. My goal is to focus on a representative sample of Ṣūfī women, who were steeped in different aspects of the mystical dimensions of Islam in Sudan. However, the Sudanese Ṣūfī women’s legacy varied according to their roles as mothers or daughters, teachers or disciples, or even mystics.
يهدف هذا البحث إلى معرفة رؤية أهل التصوف للحرب التي نشبت في الخامس عشر من شهر أبريل 2023م بي... more يهدف هذا البحث إلى معرفة رؤية أهل التصوف للحرب التي نشبت في الخامس عشر من شهر أبريل 2023م بين القوات المسلحة وقوات الدعم السريع. كما يهدف إلى بيان الدور الذي اطلع به المسيد لهذه المجمعات الصوفية في توفير الإيواء، والغذاء، والدواء. ولجمع البيانات كان قد أجريت مقابلة مع بعض المتصوفة والمهتمين بالظاهرة الصوفية في المجتمع السوداني، وقد استعنت أيضا على بعض المعلومات، والمواد المصورة من بعض المجمعات مباشرة: ما هو الدور الذي قام به المسيد في مواجهة الأزمة الإنسانية التي أفرزتها الحرب؟
This a translation to the famous invocation of Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Karim al-Samman [1718-1... more This a translation to the famous invocation of Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Karim al-Samman [1718-1775] the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order. The invocation known as 'Jaliat al-Karb wa Munliat al-Arb', it used to recite by the Sammaniyya followers both in the obligatory prayer in the morning as well as in the evening, the invocation is part of the litanies that performed by the tariqa murids.
This a translated version of the book of aphorisms of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the notabl... more This a translated version of the book of aphorisms of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the notable Sammani Sudanese Sufi.
This is the first translation of the book of aphorisms by the renowned Sudanese Sammāni Ṣūfī scho... more This is the first translation of the book of aphorisms by the renowned Sudanese Sammāni Ṣūfī scholar and revivalist Shaykh Aḥmad al-Ṭayyib b. al-Bashȋr [1742-1824], identified as: The All-Merciful Breath in the Human Form. Shaykh Aḥmad al-Ṭayyib al-Bashȋr is the founder of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfī order in Sudan and Egypt. The book is include 66 aphorism, in addition to eight supplications come at the end of it. What is presented here is only the titles of the aphorisms.
يتناول الكتاب حياة الشريف الحاج عبدالله حفيد الشريف القناوي تاريخه واحفاده وكذلك تسليط الضوء على ... more يتناول الكتاب حياة الشريف الحاج عبدالله حفيد الشريف القناوي تاريخه واحفاده وكذلك تسليط الضوء على المنطقة التي باتت تعرف باسمه "الحاج عبدالله".
This part of this documentary work on Sufism in Sudan traces the efforts that have been provided ... more This part of this documentary work on Sufism in Sudan traces the efforts that have been provided by Sufis religiously, socially, and educationally, since their earliest arrival in the 11th century till the present day.
This is the English translation to the book of Siru al-Assrar of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir... more This is the English translation to the book of Siru al-Assrar of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order in Sudan and Egypt. The Siru al-Assrar (also known as Secret of Secrets, سِرُّ الأَسْرَار) is a compilation of Ṣalawat, sending of blessings and peace upon the Prophet Muḥammad. The extended title of the book is Siru al-Assrar fi Dhikr al-Ṣalat ‘ala al-Nabi al-Mukhtar (The Secret of Secrets in the Remembrance to ask for Blessings upon the Chosen Prophet).
Out of my interest and concern on Islāmic mysticism, mainly in my homeland Sudan, I drew attentio... more Out of my interest and concern on Islāmic mysticism, mainly in my homeland Sudan, I drew attention to the lack of complete work on Ṣūfīsm in the country. That targets the history and evolution of the major ṭuruq, its doctrine, rituals, and practices, in addition to the influence of these ṭuruq, religiously, socially, ucationally, and literary. The project has come into six books respectively entitle: ṭuruq-I.. Doctrine, Rituals & Practices-II. Religious, Social & Educational contributions- IV. Contributions in the Arts, & - V. Prophetic Madih in Sudan-VI This part of the project entitled ‘the major turuq’ is presented the main stream Sufi orders in Sudan..
The Scientific Contributions of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfi Order in Sudan is a project of two parts. The... more The Scientific Contributions of the Sammāniyya Ṣūfi Order in Sudan is a project of two parts. The first part presents an anthology of prose writings that have been penned by the Sammani Ṣūfis [Shaykhs and scholars]. While the second part of the project has devoted to the Sammani poetry, which is a type of poem that has composed by the Samman Ṣūfis [Shaykhs and murids]. If the Sammāniyya has become one of the Islamic world’s most popular Ṣūfi orders, it is certainly a testimony to the success led by its founders, who managed to show a living Islamic scholarly revival.
This book is a humble attempt to introduce the Ṣūfi thought of Shaykh Ἀbd al-Maḥmud al-Ḥafyan ... more This book is a humble attempt to introduce the Ṣūfi thought of Shaykh Ἀbd al-Maḥmud al-Ḥafyan [1915-1973], one of the most influential Ṣūfi thinkers throughout Ṣūfism history in Sudan. Therefore, this endeavour has been conducted to provide a historical perspective while exploring the most recurring themes of his thought, in the light of his original works.
This the 3rd edition of the Sammaniyya: Doctrine, History and Future. Revised and with new additi... more This the 3rd edition of the Sammaniyya: Doctrine, History and Future. Revised and with new addition.
Ahmad al-Tayyib al-Bashir the revivalist of tasawwuf in Sudan, 2022
This book presents the life and teachings of the notable Sudanese Sufi revivalist Shaykh Ahamd al... more This book presents the life and teachings of the notable Sudanese Sufi revivalist Shaykh Ahamd al-Tayyib al-Bashir, the founder of the Sammaniyya Sufi order in the Sudan and Africa.
This book presents the life and poetic production of one of the well-reputed Sudanese Sufi Shaykh... more This book presents the life and poetic production of one of the well-reputed Sudanese Sufi Shaykh Abdr-Rahim Muhammad Waqi'Allah al-Burai [1923-2005].
مجدد التصوف في السودان الشيخ أحمد الطيب البشير, 2021
الكتاب محاولة توثيقية لتسليط الضوء على وأحد من أهم شخصيات التصوف الإسلامي في السودان الشيخ أحمد ا... more الكتاب محاولة توثيقية لتسليط الضوء على وأحد من أهم شخصيات التصوف الإسلامي في السودان الشيخ أحمد الطيب بن البشير (1742-1824). يعتبر الشيخ أحمد الطيب بن البشير وأحد من أجل بل وأشهر تلاميذ الشيخ محمد بن عبد الكريم السمان القرشي (1717-1775)، مؤسس الطريقة السمانية في العالم الإسلامي. أحدث الشيخ أحمد الطيب بن البشير تحولا كبير حال عودته واستقراره في السودان بعد أن أمضى مع شيخه السمان مدة ست سنوات في المدينة المنورة تلقى فيها علوم الاصول والوصول، احدث تحولا كبيرة في بنية وحركة التصوف الإسلامي في السودان، إذ أن تعاليم طريقته الصوفية وهي مزيج من الخلوتية - النقشبندية- الانفاس - الموافقة إلى جانب القادرية قد جذبت اليه كبار التلاميذ فأخذوا عليه العهد وساهموا ايما في نشر تعاليمها وسط السودانيين. تقصى الكتاب سيرة الشيخ أحمد الطيب اسرته- رحلاته خاصة اقامته في المدينة المنورة والاثر العلمي والروحي الكبير الذي خلفه حال وفاته، الامر الذي حد بالمؤرخين باطلاق لقب "المجدد" عليه، انطلاقا من تلك الاثار الدينية و العلمية والاجتماعية والادبية التي خلدها وسار عليها أحفاده وتلاميذه من بعده.
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This epistle is essential reading for any traveler and follower of the Ṣūfi path, and the advice it contains should be followed. The phrase "Muḥammadan path" refers to the Ṣūfi turuq that arose in the Hijaz and Maghrib throughout the eighteenth century, with a focus on renewal and reform.
My goal is to focus on a representative sample of Ṣūfī women, who were steeped in different aspects of the mystical dimensions of Islam in Sudan. However, the Sudanese Ṣūfī women’s legacy varied according to their roles as mothers or daughters, teachers or disciples, or even mystics.
The project has come into six books respectively entitle: ṭuruq-I.. Doctrine, Rituals & Practices-II. Religious, Social & Educational contributions- IV. Contributions in the Arts, & - V. Prophetic Madih in Sudan-VI
This part of the project entitled ‘the major turuq’ is presented the main stream Sufi orders in Sudan..
This epistle is essential reading for any traveler and follower of the Ṣūfi path, and the advice it contains should be followed. The phrase "Muḥammadan path" refers to the Ṣūfi turuq that arose in the Hijaz and Maghrib throughout the eighteenth century, with a focus on renewal and reform.
My goal is to focus on a representative sample of Ṣūfī women, who were steeped in different aspects of the mystical dimensions of Islam in Sudan. However, the Sudanese Ṣūfī women’s legacy varied according to their roles as mothers or daughters, teachers or disciples, or even mystics.
The project has come into six books respectively entitle: ṭuruq-I.. Doctrine, Rituals & Practices-II. Religious, Social & Educational contributions- IV. Contributions in the Arts, & - V. Prophetic Madih in Sudan-VI
This part of the project entitled ‘the major turuq’ is presented the main stream Sufi orders in Sudan..
أحدث الشيخ أحمد الطيب بن البشير تحولا كبير حال عودته واستقراره في السودان بعد أن أمضى مع شيخه السمان مدة ست سنوات في المدينة المنورة تلقى فيها علوم الاصول والوصول، احدث تحولا كبيرة في بنية وحركة التصوف الإسلامي في السودان، إذ أن تعاليم طريقته الصوفية وهي مزيج من الخلوتية - النقشبندية- الانفاس - الموافقة إلى جانب القادرية قد جذبت اليه كبار التلاميذ فأخذوا عليه العهد وساهموا ايما في نشر تعاليمها وسط السودانيين. تقصى الكتاب سيرة الشيخ أحمد الطيب اسرته- رحلاته خاصة اقامته في المدينة المنورة والاثر العلمي والروحي الكبير الذي خلفه حال وفاته، الامر الذي حد بالمؤرخين باطلاق لقب "المجدد" عليه، انطلاقا من تلك الاثار الدينية و العلمية والاجتماعية والادبية التي خلدها وسار عليها أحفاده وتلاميذه من بعده.