A hot topic amongst Muslims today, ‘What is Salafiyyah?’ ‘Who are the Salafis?’ Shaykh ʿAbd al-Salām al-Suhaymī elucidates this often misunderstood topic. The author begins by explaining the linguistic and legislative meaning of al-Sunnah, listing and clarifying the various legislative names for Ahl al-Sunnah. The legislative meaning of ‘al-Salaf’ is expounded upon, and who is considered to be from the Salaf al-Ṣālih is clearly explained. He clarifies why one should openly manifest the madh`hab of the Salaf al-Ṣāliḥ, name oneself with al-Salafiyyah, and brings some of the evidences of why it is obligatory to follow and cling to this noble madh`hab. Other topics explained includes, the manhaj of the Salaf al-Ṣāliḥ in ʿaqīdah in contrast to the manhaj of the People of Desires. He concludes with a brief explanation of the position of the Salaf al-Ṣāliḥ in refuting the innovators and provides guidance on how Ahl al-Sunnah should deal with the People of Desires.