"Every Religious Innovation is a Means of Misguidance"

This book is distinguished by its well-organized and academic approach, which progressively builds the reader's Islamic awareness regarding the issue of innovation in religion. The author begins by defining core terms and concepts to prepare the reader, moving on to discuss a fundamental issue: the completeness of the religion of Islam and the ruling on adding anything to the Shariah that was not legislated by Allah and His Prophet ﷺ. Following this, the book provides a precise definition of Bid'ah both linguistically and legally, breaking down its classifications and explaining how it is categorized into two main types, before expanding on the three categories of religious innovations and the firm stance of Islamic Shariah against them. Far from being merely theoretical, the book reinforces its arguments by citing the statements of prominent scholars who condemned and warned against these practices throughout history. It then addresses controversial viewpoints by dissecting and refuting the proofs used by some to support their devious practices. Furthermore, the book outlines practical, real-world guidelines by defining the proper stance towards the people of Bid'ah, while analytically exploring the root causes behind the spread of these innovations in society. Finally, it focuses on guidance by outlining the conditions for the acceptance of good deeds and warning against the destructive dangers of Bid'ah on an individual's faith and communal cohesion, concluding with a powerful warning and admonition, followed by a comprehensive glossary to facilitate review and understanding for the English-speaking reader.