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Is the book "Abu Hanifa Al-Nu'man, Imam of the Jurist Imams" suitable for a beginner student of knowledge, and are there beneficial systematic programs for seeking knowledge?

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The book "Abu Hanifa al-Nu'man, Imam of the Jurist Imams" by Wahbi Ghawji, which discusses the personality of Imam Abu Hanifa and his jurisprudential and scholarly standing, is not recommended for beginners in seeking knowledge for two reasons:

Firstly, because its author supports the Ash'ari creed and presents Abu Hanifa's creed from its perspective, even though Abu Hanifa died a hundred years before Al-Ash'ari, and his creed was in agreement with the Salaf except for a few matters.

Secondly, because a beginner should focus on mastering the fundamentals and issues of knowledge, not on ambiguities and disagreements. Moreover, biographies of imams should be appropriate for the stage and include all four imams.

The fundamental principle for a student of knowledge is to gain understanding in what is obligatory upon him in belief and action, such as the pillars of Islam and faith, and the rulings of purification, prayer, fasting, and Hajj, as well as the rulings of transactions for those who need them. Then, if he finds ample time, he should occupy himself with gaining understanding in the Book and the Sunnah, for these are beneficial knowledge.

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