After building a strong foundation with:

  • Level 1: A deep study of Manhal al-Waridin, Imam Ibn ‘Abidin Shami’s commentary on Birgivi’s manual — focused on the rulings of Imam Abu Yusuf.
  • Level 2: A comparative analysis through the Fatawa Tatarkhaniyya and Muhit Burhani, drawing out Imam Muhammad’s foundational principles and comparing them with Abu Yusuf’s views.

We now enter Level 3, an advanced exploration of hayd and tuhr through the lens of one of the Hanafi madhhab’s most authoritative early legal texts: The Mabsut by Shams al-A’immah Imam Sarakhsi (d. 483 AH).

This text is known not only for its legal weight but for its profound reasoning and critical engagement with legal theory. Imam Sarakhsi doesn’t just present rulings - he unpacks their logic, interrogates their foundations, and invites the reader into a deeper legal and intellectual world.

By joining this level, you will:

  • Engage with a foundational and highly respected source in Hanafi legal thought
  • Deepen your understanding of the reasoning behind menstruation and purity rulings
  • Sharpen your ability to critically analyse and compare classical juristic opinions
  • Cultivate a more sophisticated, principle-based approach to Hanafi fiqh

  • Live Sessions

    Available Online and On-site

  • Course Fee

    £49.00

Imam Sarakhsi and his Mabsut

Shams al-A’immah Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Ahmad Sarakhsi (d. 483/1090) was a towering Hanafi jurist, legal theorist, and scholar whose works remain foundational to the Hanafi madhhab.

Born in the city of Sarakhs, in present-day Turkmenistan, he studied under the esteemed Hanafi jurist Imam ‘Abd al-‘Aziz Halwani.

Due to Imam Sarakhsi’s exceptional mastery, he was honoured with the title Shams al-A’immah – The Sun of the Imams.

His most celebrated contribution is the Mabsut, a comprehensive encyclopaedic commentary on Hanafi jurisprudence. Remarkably, he authored this monumental work entirely from memory while imprisoned in a well in Uzgend (in present-day Uzbekistan). Despite the harsh conditions, he dictated the content to his students, preserving knowledge during a time of personal hardship. In the Mabsut, Imam Sarakhsi does not merely list rulings; rather, he offers detailed legal reasoning, critical analysis, and engagement with differing opinions - making the work an enduring guide for students, scholars, and jurists alike.

May Allah bless Imam Sarakhsi, elevate his rank, and allow us to benefit from his legacy.

Course Reading Material

The course will cover Kitab al-Hayd from Imam Sarakhsi’s Mabsut. Students are highly encouraged to read the text before attending each class.

Course Content

Students will gain access to live sessions, recordings, and other related resources. There will be an exam at the end of the course.

  • Gain deeper insight into definitions and laws of hayd, istihada and nifas

  • Reinforce principles of problem-solving learnt at Levels 1 and 2

  • Increase application of constructs and theories in menstruation-related issues

  • Learn the fundamental principles of Imam Muhammad’s opinion to understand his method of application of menstruation (hayd) and purity (tuhr) rulings

  • Study concepts and calculation methods such as badal (replacement), jarr (traction), tarh (repudiation) and intiqal (shifting)

  • Make a comparative analysis between the commonly applied views of Imam Abu Yusuf and Imam Muhammad

  • Discuss other important opinions within the Hanafi school

What our students say about Levels 1 and 2

“I have had a great, enjoyable and beneficial experience at whitethread institute. Alhamdulillah, this course has taught me to understand correctly and to assist others confidently in the majority of day-to-day cases. I would highly recommend this to others, especially to those who deal with these matters. Without a doubt, inshallah anyone who enrols in this course would benefit by expanding their understandings and correcting their misunderstandings.”

Zarina Mayat

“Studying with Whitethread Institute has always been a beautiful learning experience for me. I especially like how Mufti Sab explains the masaail in depth and his patience and gentleness in answering all our questions. I highly recommend this course for Aalimahs as it covers so much in depth the Menstruation Masaail that we never learnt in our Aalimiyah course.”

Abdullah

“Alhamdulillah, the course has been an amazing learning experience which I found to be in-depth, clearly explained throughout and taught in a most engaging manner. Being it the first time joining an online class, I was very hesitant initially- however, I feel now I couldn't have made a better choice and would definitely recommend studying under respected Mufti Abdur Rahman sahib. We covered such things that I’ve never been taught in years of studying the topic.”

Umme Maryam

“This course proved to be an invaluable experience. In teaching such a complex and intricately detailed topic, respected Mufti Sahab is providing a great service to all who seek to further their knowledge. He was very patient in fielding all of our questions and explained everything very thoroughly. I truly learned a lot, and feel prepared to apply what I learned. I highly recommend this course to those who are interested in cementing their understanding of menstruation, and to those who wish to become a resource for those around them.”

Darakhshan Raja

Instructor

 Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera

Duration

 Starts 12th May 2025. 
2 month Course. Access to the course is until 31st August 2025.

Sessions

 Live Sessions Monday to Thursday 11.30am to 1pm UK Time. Recordings will be made available.
(There will be a 3 week break during the course)

Exam

 Yes.
(There is no certificate available for this course)

Course Fee

 £49.00

*Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this course is correct at the time of publication. Courses are subject to ongoing development, which could necessitate cancelling or altering the advertised courses.

Instructor(s)

Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera

Dean, Course Instructor

Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman ibn Yusuf Mangera is a British Muslim scholar educated in both the Islamic and Western traditions. He memorised the Qur’an by heart and graduated from the Darul Uloom seminary Bury, UK, and later earned a specialised licence to issue fatwa (legal responses) at Mazahir ‘Ulum Saharanpur, India. He earned his BA from the University of Johannesburg and completed his MA and PhD in Islamic Studies from the School of Oriental and African Studies in London. He holds an honorary fellowship at The Royal Aal al-Bayt Institute for Islamic Thought, Amman, Jordan. Shaykh Abdur-Rahman has the unique experience of serving as an imam in Muslim communities on both sides of the Atlantic, eight years in Southern California and over five in the great city of London—and his continued work as an international speaker and lecturer enables him to address and offer pertinent advice on current challenges that face Muslims in the West. He is the founder of Whitethread Institute, a post-graduate insititute for Islamic scholars. He is an avid traveller and continues to teach hadith and work on scholarly publications through White Thread Press. Many of his lectures are available on Zamzam Academy and his courses through Rayyan Courses.

Why Study at Whitethread Institute?

  • Great studying environment

  • Interactive discussions between students and teachers

  • High level discussions where teachers are open to questions and do not shy away from sensitive or controversial issues

  • Comfortable studying environment

  • In depth coverage of topics

  • Deep understanding of the nuances of fiqh

  • Experienced and knowledgeable teachers

  • Students guided throughout their studies

  • All lessons taught in a practical manner relevant to current times

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