Hizb Nasr Imam Haddad -

Content and purpose

The (The Litany of Victory) of Imam ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Alawi al-Haddad is one of the most powerful and spiritually charged litanies in the Islamic tradition. Compiled by the renowned 17th-century sage from Tarim, Yemen, this prayer is specifically designed for seeking Divine protection, overcoming adversity, and attaining victory over one’s internal and external enemies.

refers to a specific collection of Quranic verses and Prophetic supplications. translates to "Victory" or "Divine Succor". Unlike the more general morning and evening litanies like al-Wird al-Latif , Imam al-Haddad’s Hizb al-Nasr

Form and practice

As he matured, Imam Haddad's scholarly pursuits took him to various centers of learning in Yemen and beyond. He studied with prominent scholars of his time, mastering the intricacies of jurisprudence (fiqh), Quranic exegesis (tafsir), and Arabic language. His spiritual inclinations, however, soon led him to seek out the guidance of Sufi masters, who introduced him to the inner dimensions of Islam.