This research aims to study the letters of Sheikh Abdel Salam Al-Asmar to his companions, students, and followers, and to compare them with the sayings and mythical stories attributed to him. The study seeks to ascertain whether these sayings and stories are genuinely from Sheikh Abdel Salam Al-Asmar, or if they have been altered and falsely attributed to him in his writings. In this study, the researcher employs a descriptive analytical approach when discussing the Sheikh's letters, and utilizes a critical comparative analytical approach for examining some of the Sheikh's statements in his letters and comparing them to what is attributed to him. This study consists of an introduction, a discussion of the Sheikh's letters, and an analysis of the role of these letters in clarifying the falsely attributed and altered sayings in the Sheikh's works. The study arrived at the following conclusions:
1- The character of Sheikh Abdel Salam Al-Asmar has been distorted by his enemies, opponents, and some of his followers.
2- The letters of Sheikh Abdel Salam Al-Asmar clarified his correct views and ideas, which refute all the false mythical sayings and stories attributed to him. His advice and admonitions are in line with the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet, peace be upon him.
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