aqidah al wasitiyyah - salih al usaymi

Al-‘Aqidah al-Wasitiyyah explained by Salih al-Usaymi is a clear and beneficial commentary on one of the most important classical texts of Islamic creed authored by Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah. This work presents the beliefs of Ahl as-Sunnah wal-Jama‘ah based upon the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and the understanding of the righteous predecessors.

In his explanation, Shaykh Salih al-Usaymi clarifies essential matters of Islamic belief, including the Names and Attributes of Allah, faith in the angels, divine books, messengers, the Last Day, divine decree, and the methodology of the people of Sunnah in matters of creed and worship. His teaching style combines simplicity with precision, making complex theological topics accessible to students and general readers alike.

Widely studied in Islamic institutes and circles of knowledge, Al-‘Aqidah al-Wasitiyyah remains a foundational text for those seeking a sound understanding of authentic Islamic creed. Shaykh Salih al-Usaymi’s explanation preserves the depth of traditional scholarship while presenting it in a clear and organized manner for contemporary students of knowledge.