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Confessions of a British Spy
Hempher, only one of the thousands of male and female agents employed and sent forth to all countries by this ministry, entrapped a person named Muhammad of Najd in Basra, misled him for several years, and caused him to establish the sect called Wahhâbî in 1125 [1713 A.D.]. They announced this sect in 1150. Hempher is a British missioner who was assigned the task of carrying on espionage activities in Egypt, Iraq, Iran, Hidjaz and in Istanbul, the center of the (Islamic) caliphate, misleading Muslims and serving Christianity, by means of the Ministry of British Commonwealth of Nations.
144 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2015
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June 19, 2016
Excellent insight into the roots of militant Islam and the treachery of the West
February 14, 2020
If you want to understand why some Western governments and certain groups and individuals continuously condemn Muslims, whether consciously or unconsciously label Muslims as fanatics, extremists and terrorist, and the apparent hostility against Islam, this is the book to read. This book explains the formation of the British empire with the advent of the British East India Company in 1600 after the Portuguese, Dutch and French. And it will elaborate on how the caliphate system was destroyed from within. This is a potent reminder of the anti-Islamic tradition in the West and precisely the responsibility of the British empire in taking advantage of the natural resources from other countries especially in Africa and India while using their people as slaves and relocating all the richness stolen to Britain.
September 7, 2023
A book that’s been starkly criticized for its fictional nature based on conspiracy theory. It’s a memoir of a British agent who took a role in the formation of conservative Islamic reform movement of Wahhabism.
A poorly synthesized read that may give you a glimpse of how superpowers, if not Britain, corrupt Islamic nations for their economic or religious interests.
A poorly synthesized read that may give you a glimpse of how superpowers, if not Britain, corrupt Islamic nations for their economic or religious interests.
February 8, 2020
A journey into the deep state cabal controlled intelligence operation to corrupt true Islam. British spy Mr. Hempher was a key player in corrupting a youth named Abdul Wahab from Najd region. They secretly devised a deviant, heretic sect of Islam which is very orthodox in the outset and emphasizes on literal interpretation of the Quran. But that's just a ploy to hide the dark and deep corruption underneath. A must read book for the truther/unplugged community.
January 18, 2025
Whilst the over-arching message is a true one, in that Western/Christian countries have long wanted to destroy Islam and its lands for centuries, it appears quite clear to me that this book is a forgery.
Most likely written by an opponent of the Wahhabi Movement from within Islam (Ottoman affiliated) it clearly has a goal to defame and slander Muhammad Ibn Abdul Wahhab.
I’m certainly no wahhabi or fan of MIAW but this type of slanderous, fictitious writing does more harm than benefit. It makes the book come across as more of a fan-fiction type work.
On the whole, the book does a decent job of explaining to Muslims the potential deceit and plans of the enemy. So it gets 3 stars.
Most likely written by an opponent of the Wahhabi Movement from within Islam (Ottoman affiliated) it clearly has a goal to defame and slander Muhammad Ibn Abdul Wahhab.
I’m certainly no wahhabi or fan of MIAW but this type of slanderous, fictitious writing does more harm than benefit. It makes the book come across as more of a fan-fiction type work.
On the whole, the book does a decent job of explaining to Muslims the potential deceit and plans of the enemy. So it gets 3 stars.
February 28, 2021
Question is if Abdul Sahab born on 1703 than how come he was leader of wasabis in 1713
December 28, 2021
Heavily recommended for any intellectual.
May 15, 2025
A forged memoir or prophetic blueprint? Confessions of a British Spy eerily mirrors how British intelligence and Gulf petrostates weaponized Islam to redraw the Middle East.
Confessions of a British Spy presents itself as the memoir of an 18th-century British agent, “Mr. Hempher,” detailing alleged efforts to undermine Islam by influencing Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab, leading to the foundation of the Wahhabi movement. While widely regarded as a forgery and a piece of anti-Wahhabi propaganda, the narrative has been influential in shaping perceptions of Western interference in Islamic affairs.
Historical Context and Claims
The text describes Hempher’s mission to infiltrate Muslim societies, promote discord, and weaken Islamic unity. According to the account, Hempher identifies and influences a young scholar, Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab, persuading him to establish a puritanical sect—Wahhabism—with the aim of sowing division among Muslims. Scholarly consensus regards the memoir as a forgery. It first appeared in 1888 within the Turkish work Mir’at al-Haramayn by Ayyub Sabri Pasha, an Ottoman naval officer. Experts like Bernard Haykel of Harvard University have characterized it as an anti-Wahhabi fabrication, likely authored by Sabri Pasha himself. The narrative contains historical inaccuracies, such as timelines that don’t align with known events—for instance, Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab would have been a child during the purported meetings with Hempher.
Modern Parallels: Intelligence Agencies and Islamist Movements
While Confessions is a work of fiction, it echoes real historical instances where Western intelligence agencies have engaged with Islamist movements for strategic purposes. Notably, during the Cold War, both MI6 and the CIA saw potential in leveraging Islamist groups to counter Soviet influence.
In the 1970s, British officials, including Sir James Craig, reportedly initiated efforts to harness the Muslim Brotherhood as a tool against Marxist and nationalist movements in the Middle East. This collaboration extended to the CIA, which, under National Security Advisor Zbigniew Brzeziński, supported Islamist factions in Afghanistan to counter Soviet forces—a strategy that involved arming and financing groups aligned with the Muslim Brotherhood.  
Financial Networks and State Actors
Qatar has played a significant role in funding Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated projects, particularly in Europe. Investigations have revealed that Qatar Charity, an NGO linked to the Qatari government, financed over 140 projects across Europe, including mosques and Islamic centers associated with the Brotherhood. This funding strategy has been interpreted as an effort by Qatar to expand its influence and promote political Islam in the region. 
Conversely, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a hardline stance against the Muslim Brotherhood, designating it as a terrorist organization. The UAE has actively opposed the Brotherhood’s influence, both domestically and internationally, and has been involved in campaigns to discredit individuals and organizations linked to the group.
Conclusion
While Confessions of a British Spy is a fictional account, it reflects enduring themes of geopolitical manipulation and the complex relationships between Western powers and Islamist movements. The historical and contemporary interactions between intelligence agencies and groups like the Muslim Brotherhood underscore the intricate dynamics of global politics, where ideological and strategic interests often intersect.
Confessions of a British Spy presents itself as the memoir of an 18th-century British agent, “Mr. Hempher,” detailing alleged efforts to undermine Islam by influencing Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab, leading to the foundation of the Wahhabi movement. While widely regarded as a forgery and a piece of anti-Wahhabi propaganda, the narrative has been influential in shaping perceptions of Western interference in Islamic affairs.
Historical Context and Claims
The text describes Hempher’s mission to infiltrate Muslim societies, promote discord, and weaken Islamic unity. According to the account, Hempher identifies and influences a young scholar, Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab, persuading him to establish a puritanical sect—Wahhabism—with the aim of sowing division among Muslims. Scholarly consensus regards the memoir as a forgery. It first appeared in 1888 within the Turkish work Mir’at al-Haramayn by Ayyub Sabri Pasha, an Ottoman naval officer. Experts like Bernard Haykel of Harvard University have characterized it as an anti-Wahhabi fabrication, likely authored by Sabri Pasha himself. The narrative contains historical inaccuracies, such as timelines that don’t align with known events—for instance, Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab would have been a child during the purported meetings with Hempher.
Modern Parallels: Intelligence Agencies and Islamist Movements
While Confessions is a work of fiction, it echoes real historical instances where Western intelligence agencies have engaged with Islamist movements for strategic purposes. Notably, during the Cold War, both MI6 and the CIA saw potential in leveraging Islamist groups to counter Soviet influence.
In the 1970s, British officials, including Sir James Craig, reportedly initiated efforts to harness the Muslim Brotherhood as a tool against Marxist and nationalist movements in the Middle East. This collaboration extended to the CIA, which, under National Security Advisor Zbigniew Brzeziński, supported Islamist factions in Afghanistan to counter Soviet forces—a strategy that involved arming and financing groups aligned with the Muslim Brotherhood.  
Financial Networks and State Actors
Qatar has played a significant role in funding Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated projects, particularly in Europe. Investigations have revealed that Qatar Charity, an NGO linked to the Qatari government, financed over 140 projects across Europe, including mosques and Islamic centers associated with the Brotherhood. This funding strategy has been interpreted as an effort by Qatar to expand its influence and promote political Islam in the region. 
Conversely, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a hardline stance against the Muslim Brotherhood, designating it as a terrorist organization. The UAE has actively opposed the Brotherhood’s influence, both domestically and internationally, and has been involved in campaigns to discredit individuals and organizations linked to the group.
Conclusion
While Confessions of a British Spy is a fictional account, it reflects enduring themes of geopolitical manipulation and the complex relationships between Western powers and Islamist movements. The historical and contemporary interactions between intelligence agencies and groups like the Muslim Brotherhood underscore the intricate dynamics of global politics, where ideological and strategic interests often intersect.
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