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Pindaan Fatwa Tentang Fahaman Dan Ajaran Yang Dipegang Oleh Kumpulan Al-Arqam Pimpinan Haji Ashaari Muhammad
What is the ruling on the Al-Arqam group led by Haji Ashaari Muhammad and its books under the Selangor fatwa?
Short answer
The 1994 Selangor fatwa found that the books Aurad Muhammadiah and the Manaqib of Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdullah as-Suhaimi contain teachings contrary to Islamic creed and law and may mislead Muslims, so they are prohibited.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Selangor State Mufti Department
- Status
- Gazetted
- Series
- Keputusan Fatwa Diwartakan
- Topic
- Creed (Aqidah)
Gazette evidence in the source: Sel. P.U. 105
Summary
The 1994 Selangor fatwa found that the books Aurad Muhammadiah and the Manaqib of Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdullah as-Suhaimi contain teachings contrary to Islamic creed and law and may mislead Muslims, so they are prohibited. The Darul Arqam or Al-Arqam group that holds to these teachings is also prohibited, including variations of the teachings, related publicity material and publications. Muslims are forbidden to practise its teachings, become members, lead, lecture, run activities, or own, print, sell or distribute related materials. All parties are also forbidden to give facilities or assistance to the group.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Bahawa kumpulan Darul Arqam atau al-Alqam yang berpegang kepada ajaran-ajaran dan fahaman yang terkandung dalam buku bertajuk Aurad Muhammadiah Pegangan Darul Arqam sekaligus menjawab tuduhan dan Kitab Manaqib (Riwayat Hidup) Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdullah as-Suhaimi adalah diharamkan.
Read the full fatwa on the Selangor website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Selangor State Mufti Department. “Pindaan Fatwa Tentang Fahaman Dan Ajaran Yang Dipegang Oleh Kumpulan Al-Arqam Pimpinan Haji Ashaari Muhammad”, date not stated. https://www.muftiselangor.gov.my/2023/10/28/pindaan-fatwa-tentang-fahaman-dan-ajaran-yang-dipegang-oleh-kumpulan-al-arqam-pimpinan-haji-ashaari-muhammad/. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-on-al-arqam-group-and-its-books/