Sayyid Abbas bin Alawi bin Abbas Al-Maliki Al-Hasani was born in Mecca in 1367 AH. He grew up in a household of knowledge and virtue under the guidance of his parents. His father, Sayyid Alawi bin Abbas Al-Maliki - may Allah have mercy on him - was a teacher at the Masjid al-Haram.

Sayyid Abbas memorized the Quran and received knowledge from many scholars, including his father. Alongside his pursuit of knowledge, he worked to earn a living and was employed at the Saudi Red Crescent, the Muslim World League, and in commerce.

He was knowledgeable in the Maliki school of jurisprudence and specialized in studying the Prophet's biography and praises (peace and blessings be upon him). He became a renowned composer of Prophetic praise and a munshid with a broad reputation and traveled extensively across many countries, calling people to Allah.

He passed away in 2015 / 1436 AH, and his funeral prayer was held at the Masjid al-Haram.