Imam Yahya bin Sharaf al-Nawawi

Islamic scholar and theologian

Imam Yahya bin Sharaf al-Nawawi was a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian of the 13th century. He was born in Damascus, Syria, and studied Islamic law, theology, and Hadith under prominent scholars. He is best known for his works on Hadith and Islamic jurisprudence. Al-Nawawi was a prolific writer and translator, and his works have had a significant impact on Islamic scholarship. He died in 1337 CE.