Draft:Ahmad Ali

Professor Dr. Ahmad Ali is a renowned Islamic scholar, Arabic linguist, researcher, and educator from Bangladesh. He currently serves as a professor in the Islamic Studies Department at Chittagong University . With a prolific career as an author and speaker, Dr. Ahmad Ali has made significant contributions to Islamic research, particularly in the areas of Islamic law, theology, and Arabic literature. His work is recognized nationally and internationally, and his scholarly output has had a lasting influence on Islamic studies in Bangladesh.

Early Life and Education

Dr. Ahmad Ali was born in 1969 in West Kalauzhan village under Lohagara upazila in the Chittagong district. He exhibited academic excellence from an early age, securing the highest marks in the B.A. (Honors) Examination from the University of Chittagong, for which he received the prestigious Elite Paint best student Scholarship. He also received the Vickkhu Silachar Sastri Award for securing the highest marks in his M.A. Final Examination. His academic journey continued with a Ph.D. from the same institution, during which he was awarded the Chittagong University Academic Scholarship. In addition, Dr. Ahmad Ali earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Training Arabic Teachers for Non-Arabic Speakers from King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he was also awarded a scholarship for his academic performance.

Academic and Professional Life

Dr. Ahmad Ali began his career as Muhaddith and Vice Principal at Chunati Hakimia Kamil Madrasha, Chittagong, from 1994 to 1996 . He then joined the University of Chittagong as a Lecturer in the Department of Arabic and Persian in March 1996. Over the years, he progressed through various academic ranks, serving as an Assistant Professor from 1999 to 2003, Associate Professor from 2003 to 2008, and Professor from 2008 onwards in the Department of Islamic Studies.

In addition to his teaching roles, Dr. Ahmad Ali has held several administrative positions, including Chairman of the Department of Islamic Studies at the University of Chittagong from 2015 to 2016 . He also served as Senior House Tutor at A.F. Rahman Hall, University of Chittagong, and was the Vice Principal of Chunati Hakimia Kamil Madrasha during his early career.

Dr. Ahmad Ali is actively involved in various academic and research organizations . He is the acting editor of the quarterly research journal Islami Ain o Bicher, published by the Bangladesh Islamic Law Research & Legal Aid Centre. His other affiliations include membership in the Bangladesh Institute of Islamic Thought (Chittagong Chapter), Bangladesh Islamic Centre, and the Universal League of Islamic Literature (Riyadh Chapter). He has also served as an expert member on the selection board for teachers at International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC) and the Faculty of Shariah & Islamic Studies at Islamic University, Kushtia.

Dr. Ahmad Ali has presented research papers at numerous international seminars, including a notable presentation at a 3-day seminar in 2013 on "Jurisprudence of Priority in Hajj" organized by the Ministry of Hajj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. His professional experience also includes part-time roles as Professor in the Masters in Islamic Studies program at IIUC and Muhaddith at Darul Ulum Alia Madrasah, Chittagong.

Research and Publications

Dr. Ahmad Ali is a prolific author, having written over sixty books on a wide range of topics, including Islamic law, theology, Arabic literature, and philosophy. His scholarly work has been published by various esteemed organizations in Bangladesh. Below is a list of his published books:

Research and Publications by Dr. Ahmad Ali

Publisher	Title
Published by Bangla Academy	Muslim Script: Origin and Development
Published by Bangladesh Islamic Center, Dhaka	Khalifatul Rasulullah Abu Bakr (RA) In the Form of Tasawwuf Islamic Penal Law Tazqiyatun Nafs Clothing, Veils and Adornment in the Eyes of Islam Use of Chairs in Prayer Rights and Dignity of Non-Muslims in an Islamic State Sovereignty: An Islamic Perspective
Published by Bangladesh Islamic Law Research Centre, Dhaka	Comparative Fiqh, Vol. 1 Bid'at, Volume 1 (Introduction, Variation, and Consequences) Bid'at, Volume 2 (Islamic Creed) Bid'at, Volume 3 (Worship) Bid'at, Volume 4 (Funeral, Burial, Pilgrimage, and Ishaal) Bid'at, Volume 5 (Eid Miladunnabi S., Religious and Social Rituals) Bid'at, Volume 6 (Tasawwuf) Bid'at, Volume 7 (Various Theological Thoughts and Doctrines of Islam) Housing Rights and Security in the Light of Islam
Published by Guardian Publications, Dhaka	Usulul Iman, Volume 1 Usul al-Iman, Volume 2 (Issues of Faith: Kufr, Shirk, and Naifaq) Usulul Iman, Volume 3 [Belief in Angels, Heavenly Books, Prophets, Mi'are Haq, Dignity of Sahaba-e-Kiram and Ahlul Bayt] Usulul Iman, Volume 4 [Belief in the Hereafter and Qadr] In Search of True Alim: Alim Rabbani vs Alim Su
Published by Prachhad Prakashan, Dhaka	Yuvadatul Bayan, Volume 1 Yuvadatul Bayan, Volume 2 (Surah Baqarah 1-4 Ruku) Democracy: An Islamic Perspective Unity of Scholarly Society: Obstacles and Processes
Published by Al Aqib Publications, Chittagong	Modern Arabic Poetical Literature, Vol. 1 (Neo-Antiquarian Poets) Ismatul Ambia
Published by Maktabatus Salam, Dhaka	Salat Taraweeh
Published by Department of Islamic Studies, Chittagong University	Rise of Militancy vs. Eternal Teachings of Islam (Out of Stock)
Published by Kalantar Publications, Sylhet	The Identity and Nature of the Hypocrite
On Release	Bid'at, Volume 8 (Modern Thoughts and Doctrines) Usulul Iman, Volume 5 Usulul Iman, Volume 6 Shariah Violations in Islamic Banks: Causes and Remedies In Search of the True Awliya-Allah: Awliyaullah vs Awliyaush Satan

In addition to his extensive list of published books, Dr. Ahmad Ali has contributed significantly to academic discourse through his articles. He has published over 36 articles on various topics related to Islam and Arabic literature in Bangla and 8 articles in Arabic, showcasing his expertise and commitment to advancing knowledge in these fields.

Contributions to Islamic Scholarship

Dr. Ahmad Ali has presented papers at numerous national and international seminars, sharing his insights on various aspects of Islamic law, literature, and culture. His ability to combine traditional Islamic knowledge with contemporary perspectives has made him a respected voice in the field of Islamic studies .

His works on Islamic law and philosophy, particularly his discussions on sovereignty, democracy, and the role of law in Islam, have contributed significantly to modern discourse on Islamic governance and social systems.

Influence and Recognition

Dr. Ahmad Ali's work has earned him widespread recognition, both in Bangladesh and internationally. His research and publications have influenced scholars, educators, and policymakers across the Islamic world. As a leading Islamic scholar, he continues to contribute to Islamic studies through his teaching, writing, and participation in academic conferences.