title: “📚 Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi: A Pioneer in Islamic Reform” description: “Discover the life of Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi, a well-known reformist, writer, and educator in early 20th-century Malaya who inspired countless Malays toward modernization and educational advancement.” date: 2023-10-03 author: “Dr. Ayisha Rafique” tags:
Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi Islamic Reform Islamic Education Kaum Muda Malaya History categories: History Islamic Studies Education keywords: Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi Kaum Muda Al-imam Journal Jelutong Press Al-ikhwan Saudara Newspaper Madrasa Masyhur Islamiah Definition and Meaning Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi (d. 1934) was a prominent reformist, writer, publisher, and educator in early 20th-century Malaya. Belonging to the reformist group Kaum Muda (Young Faction), he played a pivotal role in encouraging Malays to modernize their society through education and intellectual engagement.