Deobandi

mainstream

ديوبندية

Overview

A Sunni movement originating from the Darul Uloom Deoband seminary in India (founded 1866). Follows the Hanafi madhab in fiqh and Maturidi/Ash'ari creed. Known for its emphasis on hadith study and Islamic scholarship. Influential in South Asia, with institutions worldwide.

Key Beliefs

  • Hanafi fiqh
  • Maturidi creed
  • Emphasis on hadith and traditional scholarship
  • Opposition to innovations

Parent Group

Ahl us-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah