The Chief Sins (Al Kaba’ir) by Muhammad Bin Uthman Ad-Dhahabi

The Chief Sins (Al-Kabāʾir) is a classical Islamic studies work that presents a clear and accessible exploration of the major sins in Islam, authored by the renowned scholar Imam al-Dhahabi. Written to benefit a broad audience, this book simplifies complex religious concepts without compromising scholarly authenticity. It serves as both a spiritual warning and a practical guide for self-reflection and moral awareness.

What You’ll Discover / Key Highlights

• A clear explanation of the major sins based on Qur’an and authentic Hadith
• Practical religious guidance relevant to everyday life
• Scholarly content presented in an accessible, reader-friendly manner
• Side-by-side Arabic text with full English translation for deeper study
• A valuable reference for personal development and Islamic learning

About the Author

Imam Muhammad bin Ahmad bin ʿUthman al-Dhahabi (673–748 AH) was one of Islam’s foremost scholars, a master of Hadith criticism, historian, biographer, and authority in Qur’anic recitation. Known as Shaykh al-Islam, his works are widely respected for their precision, depth, and scholarly rigor, and continue to be studied by students and scholars across the Muslim world.

Book Details

• Book Title: The Chief Sins (Al-Kabāʾir)
• Author: Muhammad bin Uthman ad-Dhahabi
• Translator: Mahmud Ibrahim
• Genre / Category: Islamic Studies / Ethics & Spirituality
• Format: Hardback
• Target Audience: General readers, students of knowledge, scholars
• Theme / Subject: Major sins in Islam and moral accountability
• Key Selling Points: Classical reference, bilingual Arabic-English text, accessible scholarship
• Language: Bilingual (Arabic & English)
• ISBN: 9782745146977
• Pages: 512
• Dimensions: 17 × 24 cm
• Publisher: Dar Al-Kotob Al-Ilmiyah, Beirut, Lebanon