Sheikh Hassan Muhammad Mashat

Abu Ahmad Hasan bin Muhammad bin Abbas bin Ali bin Abdul Wahid Al-Mashat (may Allah have mercy on him), was born in Mecca in 1317 AH. He received his education in traditional schools (kuttab) and then attended Madrasah al-Sulatiyyah, where he was then appointed a teacher. He also taught at the Holy Mosque. He worked in the Sharia courts, became a member of the Supreme Judicial Council, and later served as deputy to the Chief Justice of Mecca. He also served as a member of the Shura Council before returning to the judiciary. He met a number of scholars, including Shaykh Muhammad Zahid Al-Kawthari during his trip to Egypt. He authored several books. He passed away in Mecca in 1399 AH.