and we added concise sub-headings that flag the lecture’s central ideas so as to assist the reader in recognizing its primary elements. This kind of modern formatting and sound organization of writing is both helpful and beneficial.1

I have also deemed it proper, before presenting the treatise itself, to supply definitions of several hadith terms that are germane to the topic, together with some important points whose clarification is desirable. I implore Allah Most High to make this treatise beneficial to many, and to reward its author, its publisher, and anyone who conveys it with the best of recompense. With Him—glorified be He—lies success and right guidance; from Him alone do we seek help and support.