Listen LiveThe Young Sage & Page Sayyiduna Anas ibn Malik Part 1
The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 1 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
This three-part series reflects on the life of Anas ibn Mālik (ra) and the wider circle of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, showing how knowledge, faith, and character were shaped through family influence, close companionship, and dedicated service. Through personal stories and historical moments, the talks highlight the Prophet’s ﷺ compassion, mentorship, and the enduring values of humility, hospitality, and resilience. Together, they present Anas ibn Mālik’s legacy as a model for living the Prophetic way and nurturing strong, faith-centred communities.
The beginning of this talk highlights the lives and significant contributions of some of the foremost companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, focusing specifically on Abū Hurayrah, ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd, ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿUmar, and Umm al‑Muʾminīn ʿĀʾishah. Central to the discussion is how these companions gained their vast knowledge through their proximity to the Prophet ﷺ and their deep commitment to learning rather than formal education. The talk also elaborates on Anas ibn Mālik’s background, detailing the scholarly nature of his family and how their close relationship with the Prophet ﷺ formed the fabric of his upbringing, ultimately allowing him to become an important scholar and narrator of hadith.
The talk underscores the importance of family ties, illustrating the martyrdom of Anas’s relatives and the influence of familial bonds in their dedication to Islam. With vibrant storytelling, the talk captures moments of compassion and understanding between Anas, his family, and the Prophet ﷺ. The emphasis on Anas’s service to the Prophet ﷺ over ten years reflects the depth of their relationship, showcasing the environment that nurtured Anas into a prominent scholar. As the talk concludes, there are mentions of future talks focusing on Anas’s development, the knowledge he inherited, and the lessons his story holds for contemporary followers of the faith.
Below are some of the timecodes and topics for this talk:
0:00 – Intro: Lives of the companions
10:35 – The family of Anas ibn Malik
18:55 – The Banu Najjar
27:51 – The background of Abdul Muttalib
35:20 – The mother of Anas ibn Malik – Umm Sulaym
50:40 – The relationship of the family to the Prophet ﷺ
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