Tatriz Riyad al-Salihin
- Author died
- 1376 AH
- Editions
- Dar al-Asimah lil-Nashr wa-al-Tawzi'
Tatriz Riyad al-Salihin (The Embroidery of the Gardens of the Righteous) is a commentary on al-Nawawi's (d. 676 AH) hadith collection Riyad al-Salihin, authored by the Hanbali scholar and judge Faisal ibn Abd al-Aziz Al Mubarak (1313–1376 AH / 1895–1957 CE) . It is counted among the author's printed contributions to the field of hadith studies .
Purpose and Scope
In his introduction, Al Mubarak states that he undertook the work because Riyad al-Salihin is among the most beneficial abridged compilations, as it encompasses authentic prophetic traditions and Quranic verses that encourage adhering to the paths leading to Paradise through righteous deeds and both inward and outward manners .
Method and Structure
The work follows the original chapter order established by al-Nawawi, opening each section with the relevant Quranic verses cited by the author and providing concise exegesis of their meanings, followed by the explanation of the hadiths . Al Mubarak's commentary focuses on:
- Clarifying difficult and obscure vocabulary.
- Explaining the context and legal implications of the traditions, such as rules regarding intentions, acts of charity, and spiritual etiquettes .
- Deriving direct moral, behavioral, and practical benefits from each text for the reader .
Publication
The book was edited by Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd Allah al-Zir Al Hamad and published in Riyadh by Dar al-Asimah (first edition, 1423 AH / 2002 CE) .
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