The author Qazi Dr. Shaikh Abbas Borhany al-Waleed is a distinguished religious scholar and legal consultant, internationally recognised for his lucid and insightful contributions to Islamic literature, particularly as interpreted by the Ahl al-Bayt (as).
The author Qazi Dr. Shaikh Abbas Borhany al-Waleed is a distinguished religious scholar and legal consultant, internationally recognised for his lucid and insightful contributions to Islamic literature, particularly as interpreted by the Ahl al-Bayt (as). His intellectual heritage is enriched by his lineage to the al-Waleed dynasty, connecting him to the illustrious Shi’i Ismaili Ṭayyibi Du’at and Sultans of Yemen. Presently, he serves in an advisory capacity to leading constitutional institutions of Pakistan on matters pertaining to Shariah and Law. With a prolific academic record of more than 150 published articles across Yemen, Pakistan, India, and Iran, his scholarship continues to influence and inspire discourse throughout the Muslim world. His academic credentials span multiple disciplines, including master’s degrees in Urdu literature, Political Science, History, Ma’rif Islamiyyah, and Shariah Law, culminating in a Doctor of Philosophy in Law from the United States. His research and writings are widely disseminated through his website, www.durrenajaf.com, which remains a valuable resource for students and researchers of Islamic studies, particularly from a Shi’i perspective.