Salafi Scholar Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini Passes Away After Health Deterioration
Islamic scholar Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini dies after suffering a stroke in Qatar. His passing leaves his hometown in mourning as followers await funeral details.
Watan-Sadness has engulfed the village of Huwin, located in Riyadh Center, Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate, following the passing of Salafi scholar Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini on Monday, after his health condition deteriorated.
His son, Hatem Al-Huwaini, announced the news of his father’s death, stating that the scholar had suffered a stroke while in Qatar. He was subsequently transferred to a hospital for treatment, but his condition worsened in recent hours, leading to his passing.
Residents of Kafr El-Sheikh now await the family’s announcement regarding the funeral arrangements, as grief spreads among his followers in his hometown.
The death of prominent Salafi scholar Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini has sparked a wave of sorrow among his followers and the wider Muslim community. His son, Hatem Al-Huwaini, confirmed the news on Facebook, announcing that his father passed away on the 17th of Ramadan 1446 AH after a long battle with illness.
This article highlights the details of his funeral, as well as his significant contributions to Islamic scholarship and his legacy in Egypt and the wider Muslim world.
Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini’s Funeral Details
The funeral of Sheikh Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini took place on the 17th of Ramadan 1446 AH (2025) in his hometown of Huwin, Riyadh Center, Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate.
A large crowd of mourners attended, including scholars, Salafi preachers, and prominent figures from the Al-Nour Party, such as Sheikh Abdel Moneim Shehat and Professor Sayed Mostafa Khalifa. Many Islamic scholars and members of the religious community were also present to pay their final respects.
Who Was Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini?
Hegazy Mohamed Youssef Sherif, better known as Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini, was born in 1375 AH (1955 AD) in the village of Huwin, which became part of his well-known title.
He was one of the most prominent Salafi scholars in Egypt, dedicated to Islamic preaching through lectures, religious programs on satellite channels, such as “Fadfada” on Al-Nas TV, and his supervision of Al-Rahma TV.
For decades, he was a teacher and mentor, focusing on Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) and creed (Aqeedah).
His Key Contributions and Legacy
Abu Ishaq Al-Huwaini left a significant impact on Islamic education through his sermons, lectures, and religious programs. His major contributions include:
- Hosting “Fadfada”, a program addressing religious and social issues.
- Supervising Al-Rahma TV, shaping its Islamic programming and content.
- Participating in major Islamic conferences and seminars in Egypt and abroad.
With his passing, the Muslim community has lost a key figure in Salafi preaching, but his legacy remains alive in the hearts of his students and followers.
May Allah have mercy on him and grant him Jannah. Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un (To Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return).
