Explanation of the Three Fundamental Principles – Abdul Aziz Ibn Baz [French]

Format : 14 x 21 cm

Number of pages : 112

Language : French

• General presentation of “Explanation of the Three Principles”

Explanation of the Three Principles is a ʿaqidah book devoted to explaining a foundational and concise text of Sunni Islam: The Three Principles (al-Usul ath-Thalatha) by Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab. Through an explanation attributed to the lessons of Shaykh Abdul-Aziz ibn Baz, the reader is guided in a clear, methodical way to understand the essentials every believer must know: knowing Allah, knowing the religion of Islam with its proofs, and knowing the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). These foundations answer the major questions that shape faith: Who is your Lord? Who is your Prophet? What is your religion?

• A tawhid-centered approach in Explanation of the Three Principles and an informed path of learning

From the opening pages, Explanation of the Three Principles highlights the book’s central axis: the oneness of worship (tawhid) and the obligation to purify devotion from every form of association. Thus, the preliminaries stress a key principle of religious knowledge: knowledge comes before speech and action. As a result, the foundations of creed are not merely stated, but presented as truths to understand, memorize, and put into practice in a believer’s daily life.

• Pedagogical structure and content progression

The content follows a clear and pedagogical progression. After a general introduction, the author presents preparatory sections connected to tawhid, before entering the detailed explanation of the three foundations. The reader is led to grasp the meaning of al-Hanifiyyah, then to address the first question: “Who is your Lord?”. Next comes knowledge of Islam and its proofs through its three degrees—Islam, iman, and ihsan—before concluding with knowledge of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Moreover, this structure supports gradual assimilation and strengthens the coherence of study.

• Scriptural proofs and major themes addressed

The book consistently relies on evidence drawn from the Quran and the Sunnah. Verses and hadiths are used to clarify core acts of worship—prayer, zakah, fasting, and pilgrimage—along with their rulings. Furthermore, it addresses central themes such as the true meaning of the testimonies of faith, supplication (duʿa) and its implications, and warnings against major shirk. Key notions such as taghut are also explained, in order to clarify what it means to reject it and hold firmly to tawhid.

• Distinctive features of Explanation of the Three Principles by Shaykh Ibn Baz

This edition stands out for its teaching-oriented origin, presented as the result of lessons delivered by Shaykh Abdul-Aziz ibn Baz. The explanation follows a step-by-step method rooted in oral instruction, while being adapted for smooth reading. The source text is clearly identified, often highlighted, and immediately followed by its commentary, which facilitates structured study, revision, and memorization. In addition, Quranic verses and hadiths are kept in Arabic for those who wish to memorize them, and some technical terms remain in transliteration, supported by a phonetic reference table.

• A solid doctrinal foundation for studying Islamic belief

Thanks to this combination of a clearly presented reference text, direct commentary, and scriptural evidence, Explanation of the Three Principles becomes a doctrinal, educational, and practical book. It is suitable for beginners and for anyone seeking to strengthen their foundations in creed. Within the same teaching spirit, readers may also benefit from Explanation of Kashf ash-Shoubouhat – Abdul-Aziz ibn Baz, which continues the work of clarifying tawhid and addressing common ambiguities.