Sources

Quranic Translations

Dr. Khattab's translation is used throughout the site and guide for its clarity and accessibility to English-speaking audiences while maintaining fidelity to the Arabic text. This translation is used for noncommercial, educational purposes in accordance with Quran.com's terms of service.

Standard citation format:
(Qur'an [Surah]:[Ayah], transl. Mustafa Khattab, The Clear Quran®)

Example citation on first instance in the guide:
"But the ultimate success is for the one who purifies oneself...." (Qur'an 87:14-15, transl. Mustafa Khattab, The Clear Quran®)

Hadith Collections

Hadith citations throughout this website and the Ihsan Agile Guide reference the following collections, accessed via Sunnah.com:

Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī
Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim
Sunan Ibn Mājah
Musnad Aḥmad
Jāmiʿ al-Tirmidhī

All hadith references include the collection name and hadith number for verification and further study.

Standard citation format:
(Collection Name [Number], accessed via Sunnah.com)

Example:
"Actions are by intentions, and every person will get the reward according to what he has intended." (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 1, accessed via Sunnah.com)

Hadith are reproduced here for teaching and educational purposes as permitted by Sunnah.com's terms of use.

We are deeply grateful to:

Quran.com and Quran Foundation, Inc. for providing accessible digital access to The Clear Quran® and numerous other translations, making The Qur'an available to millions of Muslims and non-Muslims worldwide. Quran.com operates as a Sadaqah Jariyah (ongoing charity) and continues to grow as a free and invaluable resource for the global Muslim community.

Sunnah.com for aggregating authenticated hadith collections with sophisticated search functionality, making the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ freely accessible to Muslims globally. Their commitment to authenticity, comprehensiveness, and accessibility aligns closely with the values of the Ihsan Agile framework.

These platforms facilitate the work of Muslims worldwide seeking to understand and apply Islamic teachings in their daily lives. May Allah ﷻ reward all those involved in these noble efforts.

Acknowledgments

Ihsan Agile's Use of These Sources

The Ihsan Agile framework uses Quranic and hadith translations for noncommercial, educational, and teaching purposes. Specifically:

Quranic verses ground the framework's Five Core Principles in revealed Islamic sources
Hadith provide prophetic guidance on intention, continuous improvement, consultation, and ethical conduct
All usage complies with the terms of service of Quran.com and Sunnah.com respectively

Questions or Corrections?

If you notice any errors in our citations or have questions about our use of these sources, please contact us at:

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We are committed to accurate attribution and respectful use of these sacred texts and the platforms that make them accessible.

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