Al-Suyuti

Al-Suyuti completed a comprehensive encyclopedia of Quranic sciences, covering exegesis, abrogation, and textual criticism. The work systematized the field and became a standard textbook in Islamic seminaries.

Al-Suyuti declared himself the mujaddid (renewer of religion) for the 9th century AH, based on a hadith that a renewer would appear at the turn of each century. This claim was controversial and criticized by some contemporaries.

Al-Suyuti compiled a history of the caliphs from Abu Bakr to the Abbasid caliphs of his time. The work includes biographical entries and political events, focusing on the legitimacy of the caliphate.

Al-Suyuti compiled a work on the miracles and virtues of the Prophet Muhammad, collecting hadiths and stories about his life. The book became popular among Sufi circles for its devotional content.

Al-Suyuti refused an invitation from the Mamluk sultan to teach at the newly built madrasa, citing his desire for independence. He retreated to his home on Rawda Island, focusing on writing until his death.