Support Shaykh Gibril Spread Traditional Islamic Teachings

We are launching this fundraiser to honour and support the extraordinary work of Shaykh Dr Gibril Fouad Haddad, a globally respected Islamic scholar and spiritual leader. For decades, Shaykh Gibril has dedicated his life to spreading the timeless teachings of traditional Islam, educating countless individuals, and enriching communities worldwide. Your contribution will help sustain and further his invaluable efforts.

The Vision: Shaykh Gibril’s scholarship is rooted in preserving and sharing the rich tradition of classical Islamic teachings. His lectures, translations of classical texts (including the Tafsir al-Baydawi), and spiritual guidance have profoundly impacted the lives of Muslims across the globe. This fundraiser aims to support Shaykh Gibril’s ongoing mission to bring Islamic knowledge to those who seek it, especially in a world where traditional teachings are increasingly needed.

What We Need: We are raising funds to contribute towards Shaykh Gibril’s Honorarium Fund, allowing him to continue this vital work without financial burden. The funds will support his travels, teaching initiatives, lectures, translations, and community outreach projects, ensuring that his influence and knowledge can continue to benefit the global Muslim community.

Why Your Help Matters: Shaykh Gibril’s work has touched many lives through his tireless efforts in teaching Qur’an, Hadith, Prophetic Biography (Sīra), and Sufism. His lessons have reached audiences in Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, the US, UK, South Africa, and beyond. Your generous donation, no matter the size, will contribute to sustaining this mission, ensuring that the light of traditional Islamic knowledge continues to shine.

We humbly ask you to contribute to this cause. Your donation will help ensure that Shaykh Gibril can continue to spread his wisdom and teachings to people worldwide, strengthening Islamic communities and preserving traditional knowledge for future generations.

Thank you for your generosity and support! Together, we can help keep Shaykh Gibril’s work alive and thriving for the benefit of all.

A bit more about Shaykh Gibril Haddad

Shaykh Dr. Gibril Fouad Haddad, born in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1960, embraced Islam while pursuing graduate studies in French Literature at Columbia University, New York. His spiritual journey began after meeting Shaykh Hisham Kabbani and Shaykh Muhammad Nazim Adil Al-Haqqani, his guides in the Naqshbandi Sufi order. Shaykh Gibril’s dedication to Islamic scholarship led him to Syria & Damascus, where he spent 9 years. With ijazas (authorisations) from more than 150 scholars across the Islamic world, from Algeria to Yemen, he has become a renowned figure in the field of Islamic knowledge.

He is an internationally respected scholar, author, and translator, known for his clear representation of traditional Islam in the modern context. Recognised in the inaugural "500 Most Influential Muslims" list, Shaykh Gibril has lectured extensively across the globe, from Australia to South Africa, sharing his profound knowledge of the Qur'an, Hadith, Prophetic Biography (Seera), and Sufism. Shaykh Gibril is also a contributor to eshaykh.com , a platform offering guidance on Islamic teachings and spirituality and livingislam.org