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Saturday, March 28, 2026

Al Hidayah Rahmania (الہدایۃ مکتبہ رحمانیہ) | Burhan ad-Din al-Marghinani | Translated by Al Sheikh Abdul Hai Lakhnavi

There is currently no recognized classical Hanafi fiqh text known as "Al-Hidayah Rahmania" attributed to Burhan ad-Din al-Marghinani or any prominent Islamic scholar. However, considering typical naming practices in Islamic literature, several interpretations may apply:

1. Possible Interpretations of "Al-Hidayah Rahmania"

A. A Local or Simplified Version

Publishers may produce abridged or simplified editions of Al-Hidayah, incorporating additional titles (for instance, "Rahmania," which translates to "Divine Mercy") to facilitate easier comprehension.
Examples include:
  • "Al-Hidayah al-Muyassara" (Simplified Hidayah)
  • "Al-Hidayah al-Sughra" (Concise Hidayah)

B. A Commentary or Supercommentary

This title might refer to a contemporary Urdu or Arabic commentary on Al-Hidayah by a scholar associated with the "Rahmani" name, possibly linked to the Rahmaniyya scholarly lineage.
Example:
  • "Al-Hidayah with Rahmani Footnotes" (an edition featuring supplementary notes).

C. A Misquoted or Mistranslated Title

There may be confusion with:
  • "Fath al-Rahman" – a distinct fiqh text.
  • "Rahmat al-Ummah" – a Hanafi fiqh manual authored by Mufti Muhammad Shafi.

2. Recognized Works Similar to "Al-Hidayah Rahmania"

For those seeking simplified or annotated versions of Al-Hidayah, consider the following:
  • "Al-Hidayah fi Sharh Bidayat al-Mubtadi" – the original work by al-Marghinani.
  • "Al-Hidayah ma’a Ahadithiha" – a Hadith-verified edition by Samiruddin Qasmi.
  • "Al-Ta’liq al-Mumajjad" – a commentary by Abdul Hai Lakhnavi.
  • "Al-‘Inayah" – a supercommentary by Akmal ad-Din al-Babarti.

3. How to Verify?

If you encounter this title in a library or bookstore, consider the following:
  • Author’s name – Is it attributed to a classical scholar or a contemporary annotator?
  • Publisher’s notes – Does it indicate that it is an abridged or explanatory version?
  • Table of contents – Does it align with the structure of Al-Hidayah?
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