The religious discourse surrounding Ali al-Jifri involves significant opposition from the
Athari/Salafi school of thought. Critics argue that his teachings contain fundamental errors in
Aqidah (creed) and
Manhaj (methodology) that place him outside the boundaries of
Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah.
Deviations in Aqidah The primary objections to al-Jifri center on the three divisions of
Tawhid (Monotheism). Critics assert that he has fallen into
Shirk (polytheism) through the following: •
Tawhid al-Rububiyyah (Lordship): Al-Jifri is accused of attributing divine creative powers to the
Awliya (Saints). This includes his assertion that a "Wali" can bring life to a womb without a father, a claim viewed as a violation of
Allah's unique role as the sole Creator. characterizing al-Jifri's calls for Istigatha as clear Kufr (disbelief) as well as many other of his innovations, warning the Ummah against his influence and his appearances in the media. ==Awards and recognition==