منهج العلامة محمد يوسف الكاندهلويؒ عند تحقيق الرواة ودراسة الأسانيد في كتابه "أماني الأحبار في شرح معاني الآثار"

The approach of the Maulana Muhammad Yusuf Kandhalvi “May God have mersy on him”, in investigating the Ruwat and studying the Asanid (chains of transmission) in his book “Amaani-ul-Ahbar fi Sharh Ma’ani al-Asar”

Abstract

Since ancient times, Islamic scholars have produced some of the most distinguished research and writings on hadith and the science of hadith. Among these significant works is Imam Abu Ja’far al-Tahawi’s Sharh Ma’ani al-Asar, in which he elaborated on both hadith and Islamic jurisprudence. Numerous scholars have written commentaries on this book in various languages. One such commentary was authored by the renowned Islamic scholar and preacher, Maulana Muhammad Yusuf Kandhalvi, in more recent history. His work, titled Amaani-ul-Ahbar fi Sharh Ma’ani al-Athar, is an important contribution to the field. In this book, Maulana Kandhalvi meticulously explains the hadith texts and evidences mentioned by Imam al-Tahawi, providing clarity and depth. While conducting his research, Maulana Kandhalvi adhered to his own unique methodology (manhaj), which is critical to understanding his approach. This manhaj requires explanation, and it is essential to elucidate the texts to make this book more accessible to students and scholars alike. Therefore, this article seeks to clarify Maulana Muhammad Yusuf Kandhalvi’s research, particularly his use of Al-Asanid (chains of transmission), to facilitate a deeper understanding of his commentary.