Prominent Egyptian Salafi Preacher Abu Ishaq al-Heweny Passes Away at 69

Abu Ishaq al-Heweny, a notable Egyptian Salafi preacher, died on March 17, 2025, at 69. He was recognized for his expertise in Hadith and had dedicated his life to Islamic scholarship. His passing was mourned by Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, which celebrated his contributions to preserving the Sunnah.

Prominent Egyptian Salafi preacher Abu Ishaq al-Heweny passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 69 after a prolonged illness. His son, Hatem al-Heweny, shared the news of his father’s demise via a Facebook post.

Sheikh al-Heweny, born on June 10, 1965, in Hewen village within Kafr El Sheikh Governorate, was esteemed for his expertise in Hadith, the recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). His contributions to Islamic scholarship and the preservation of the Sunnah earned him recognition across the Islamic world.

Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, Egypt’s premier Sunni Islamic institution, publicly mourned his passing. The institution acknowledged Sheikh al-Heweny’s lifelong dedication to the study and safeguarding of Islamic teachings and its accompanying sciences.

The passing of Sheikh Abu Ishaq al-Heweny marks a significant loss to the Islamic community, particularly for those dedicated to the study of Hadith. His extensive contributions to Islamic scholarship and the praise he received from esteemed institutions such as Al-Azhar highlight the impact of his life’s work. May he be remembered for his commitment to the transmission and preservation of Islamic knowledge.

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