And I am convinced that, were the scholars to follow this approach, much of the discord now prevailing among them would vanish—provided that they seek the truth for Allah’s sake alone and steer clear of the blind imitation of schools, forefathers, and ancestors that afflicts so many people today. Allah’s help is sought.

Among the best ways to close this book is with the expiation for any shortcomings of the session:
“Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise is Yours. I bear witness that there is no deity but You; I seek Your forgiveness and repent to You.”

May blessings and peace be upon Muhammad, the unlettered Prophet, and upon his family and Companions.

Amman, Monday evening, 26 Dhul-Hijjah 1411 AH

Written by: Muḥammad Nāṣir al-Dīn al-Albānī, Abū ʿAbd al-Raḥmān ⦗157⦘