L1 | Science of Hadith (Al-Bayquniyyah) | Shaykh Faisal Al-Jasim Course
Al-Bayquniyyah is a critical science that serves the radiant Prophetic traditions by enabling one to distinguish between authentic and fabricated narrations, as well as sound and weak reports. This science is pivotal for understanding the principles of Hadith authentication and preservation.
Al-Imam Abdullah ibn al-Mubarak said, “The quality of the Hadith is not in the conciseness of the isnad, rather its quality lies in the soundness of its narrators.” This course provides a comprehensive explanation of the Science of Hadith, beautifully presented by Shaykh Faisal Al-Jasim. While the course was recorded years ago with slightly lower video quality, the content remains immensely beneficial for students keen to delve into the principles of Hadith sciences.
Students will learn:
The importance of Usul al-Hadith in distinguishing authentic narrations from weak or fabricated ones.
The roles and attributes of narrators in ensuring the integrity of Hadith chains.
Key principles used by scholars to verify the soundness of Hadith.
The impact of this science on preserving the Prophetic traditions for future generations.
Why Learn the Science of Hadith
The Chain of Narrators Is Everything
A Hadith is only as strong as the people who passed it down. Learning this science means learning how to read a chain of narrators and spot where it holds and where it breaks. One weak link changes everything.
It Connects You to a Living Tradition
The scholars who built this science weren’t working in isolation. They were part of a chain that stretches back to the Prophet (ﷺ) himself. Studying it places you within that same tradition of careful, accountable scholarship.
It Separates the Authentic from the Fabricated
Not every narration attributed to the Prophet (ﷺ) is genuine. This science gives you the criteria to assess each report on its own merits. You’re not guessing; you’re applying tested principles that scholars have refined over centuries.
Your Practice Depends on It
The way you pray, fast and give charity is shaped by Hadith. Getting that right starts with knowing which narrations to rely on. This science is how you build that confidence.
Who is this Course for?
You Want Your Practice to Be Grounded
If your daily worship matters to you, so does its source. This course helps you understand which narrations are worth relying on and why. Your practice deserves that foundation.
You’re New to Islamic Studies
If you’ve never studied Hadith sciences before, this is the right starting point. Al-Bayquniyyah is a foundational text and Shaykh Faisal Al-Jasim breaks it down clearly. You don’t need prior knowledge to get started.
You Want to Verify What You Read
A lot circulates online in the name of the Prophet (ﷺ). This course gives you the tools to check those claims rather than take them at face value. That’s a skill worth having.
How Long is this Course?
Done properly, this course takes around three weeks. That means taking notes, revisiting lessons and testing yourself on the principles. Rushing through it won’t serve you. Give it the time it deserves and you’ll actually retain what you learn.
That’s why we’ve discounted the annual membership. You get uninterrupted access to the full library, so when you finish this course, you can move straight to the next one without stopping. Monthly works for dipping in. Annual is for students who mean it.
Course Requirements
This course is built for beginners. You don’t need any prior knowledge of Hadith sciences to get started. All you need is a willingness to learn and a notebook to hand. Arabic literacy helps but it’s not essential.
Shaykh Faisal Al-Jasim explains every concept clearly, so nothing will go over your head.
Meet Your Instructor
Academic Advisor of Madinah College
Shaykh Faisal Al-Jasim is Madinah College Academic Advisor and the head of the Alimiyyah Programme. The Shaykh is a Khateeb, Imam and teacher in a Jaami in Kuwait. The Shaykh has authored many books and is a specialist in the subjects of Islamic Creed (Aqidah) and Methodology (Manhaj)
Meet Your Translator
Abdulwahid Stephenson
Academic Director and Graduate of Islamic University of Madinah, Faculty of Shariah
AbdulWahid Stephenson has over 15 years teaching experience and has studied Islamic Jurisprudence at the prestigious Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia. He is the founder of Madinah College and Insight into Islam. He has also given a number of talks on a variety of islamic topics at top Universities in London
Can Women Take This Course?
Yes, this course is open to everyone. The Science of Hadith is not restricted by gender and neither is this course. If you want to study the Prophetic traditions properly, this course is for you regardless of where you’re starting from. Understanding Hadith is a shared responsibility. Women have played a significant role in the preservation and transmission of the Prophetic traditions throughout Islamic history. This course continues in that spirit.