{"title":"Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"manifestations-of-prophet-muhammads-pbuh-beauty-the-hearts-of-allahs-saints","title":"Manifestations of Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) Beauty: The Hearts of Allah's Saints","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWe narrate to you all such stories from the events of the messengers as We strengthen your heart therewith.  And in these (stories) there has come to you the truth, a good counsel and a reminder to those who believe.  - Quran 11:120\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Collection of Lectures Comprising the Sira of the Noble Prophet (pbuh) and the Lives of the Saints of Allah.\u003cbr\u003eThis book comprises of the words of guidance by Hadhrat Shaykh-ul-Hadith Mawlana Yusuf Motala, Senior Deputy of the Eminent Hadhrat Shaykh-ul-Hadith Mawlana Muhammad Zakariyya Muhajir Madani (may Allah illuminate his grave) and founder and Shaykh-ul-Hadith of Darul Uloom Al-Arabiyya Al-Islamiyya, Bury, UK, that were delivered in Hadhrat's spiritual gatherings during the blessed month of Ramadhan over a period of years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book contains detailed accounts of the lives, eminence and excellence of the saints of the Chishti order from the Noble Messenger up toHadhrat Shaykh Mawlana Muhammad Zakariyya Muhajir Madani (may Allah illuminate his grave) in a unique manner. \u003cbr\u003eIn the blessed biography of the Noble Messenger (may Allah bless him and grant him peace), along with the mention of his lofty status, an outline of the blessed life of the Noble Messenger has been achieved in an interesting and extraordinary style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lives and excellence of these esteemed saints have been elucidated in such an effective and impeccable style that, besides informing the reader of their high standing, it also ignites a passion and desire within the reader to emulate them.  The highly complex subject of sulook(spiritual path-treading) and tasawwuf (Sufism) has been explained in a simple, straightforward and impactful manner, which can only be accomplished by a master of the field. In the process, objections that generally arise regarding tasawwuf and the noble assembly of Sufis are automatically resolved and those treading in their righteous footsteps acquire invaluable and necessary guidance.  In summary, this book is the essence of sulook and tasawwuf, an account of its eminent masters and a precious gift to the path-treaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Auther: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eShaikh al-Hadith Yusuf ibn Suleman ibn Qasim Motala is an Indian Muslim scholar of Islam and one of the students and beloved disciples of the late esteemed Shaikh al-Hadith Muhammad Zakariyya al-Kandhalwi.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Azhar Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673475367220,"sku":"AA001","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Manifestations-of-Prophet-Muhammad_s-_-Beauty_-The-Hearts-of-Allah_s-Saints-Azhar-Publications-40054880.webp?v=1778828834"},{"product_id":"revelations-of-the-unseen-futuh-alghaib","title":"Revelations of the Unseen (Futuh Al-Ghaib)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe talks contained in Revelations of the Unseen, short and to the point, are among the most beautiful oratory the world has ever known. Our translations of this and other of the Shaikh's works surviving in manuscript form in Oriental collections around the world are intended to make them more widely available and accessible to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis is probably the best known of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir's works as there have been previous translations of it in both English and German. These are 78 discourses [majalis] that cover a wide range of topics of great importance to the spiritual traveler and are listed in their entirety below:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the essential tasks of every true believer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn sharing good advice\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn being tried and tested\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn spiritual death\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the nature of this world, detachment from which is strongly advised\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn passing beyond the creation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn removing the cares of the heart [qalb]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn drawing near to Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn disclosure and contemplation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the self and its states\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn carnal appetiten\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the prohibition of love of wealth\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn submission to Allah's command\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn following the practice of Allah's own\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn fear and hope\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn trust and its stages\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn how the contact [wusul] with Allah is attained\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not complaining\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn promises\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the saying of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace): \"Leave anything that makes you doubtful and stick to what arouses no misgivings in you.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn addressing Iblis the accursed\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the testing of the believer's faith\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn contentment with one's lot from Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn cleaving to Allah's door\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the tree of faith\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not unveiling one's face\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn good and evil as two fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the classification of the seeker's state\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the saying of the Prophet (Allah Bless him and give him peace): \"Poverty is on the verge of slipping into unbelief.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not saying \"What shall I do and how?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn hatred for Allah's sake\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not sharing one's love of Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the four types of men\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not resenting Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn pious caution [al-wara']\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the explanation of this world and the hereafter, and what one must do in them both\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn censure of envy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn honesty [sidq] and sincerity [nisah]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn dissension, concord and hypocrisy [nifaq]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn when the aspirant truly belongs in the company of spiritual people\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrating the nature of annihilation [fana']\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the two conditions of the self [nafs]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn censure of asking from any but Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the reason for non-response to the supplication of one who knows Allah [al-'arif bi'llah]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn blessings and trials\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the Sacred Tradition: \"When someone is too busy remembering Me\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn closeness to Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn what the believer must attend to\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn censure of sleep\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn how to treat the servant's remoteness from Allah; explanation of how to achieve closeness to Him\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn abstinence\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the reason for the trials borne by certain believers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the commandment to seek contentment with Allah and annihilation [fana'] in Him\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn those who wish to attain to the contact [wusul] with Allah, an explanation of the nature of that contact\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn giving up life's pleasures\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the servant's becoming extinct [fana'] to creatures, passions, the self, the will and desires\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn not contesting destiny, and the commandment to keep oneself content therewith\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn looking away from all other directions, and seeking the direction of Allah's favor\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn cheerful acceptance of misfortune, and being grateful for blessings\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the beginning and the end\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn pausing before taking any action until its permissibility is clear\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn love, the beloved, and what is required in respect of both\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn a kind of inner knowledge [ma'rifa]\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn death without life, and life without death\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the prohibition of resenting Allah for deferring response to supplication\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the commandment to make supplication, and the prohibition of omitting it\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn struggle with the self, and description of its nature\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the words of Allah (Exalted is He): \"Every day He is about some business.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the commandment to ask Allah for forgiveness, protection from sin, help toward success, contentment and patience\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn gratitude and acknowledgment of shortcomings\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the seeker and the sought\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn those who are attracted to what they see in the market and those who view it with patient restraint\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn a party of saints whom Allah makes aware of the faults of others\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn how the intelligent person should prove to himself the Uniqueness of Allah\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn spiritual culture [tasawwuf] and what it is based on\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn advice\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn staying with Allah and becoming extinct to creatures\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the people devoted to spiritual struggle and self-examination and the masters of resolve; explanation of their virtues\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCover Art by Rohana Filippi\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\"And with Him are the keys of the unseen [ghaib]\" - {Qur'an 6:59}\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eShaikh 'Abd al-Qadir is widely known by the honorific, 'the Sultan of the Saints (awliya) of Allah'. In the history of the Saints of Islam, Shaikh Abd al-Qadir stands out as being unique, in the broad scope of perfection that includes his lineage, his complete development, piety, knowledge of the religion and adherence to the Sacred Law (Sharia), his intimate and direct knowledge of the Divine, and his establishment by the Lord of All the Worlds at the level of Reality (Haqiqa). Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir lived almost a thousand years ago, but his words transcend the time and place in which they were recorded to span the centuries without difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRevered to this day as the supreme spiritual helper (al-Ghawth al-A'zam) the Shaikh addresses his audience at a level that bypasses the heart and mind. His discourses are justly ranked among the most beautiful oratory the world has ever known.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673476022580,"sku":"AB001","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Revelations-of-the-Unseen-_Futuh-Al-Ghaib_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40055945.webp?v=1778828896"},{"product_id":"the-sublime-revelation-alfath-arrabbani","title":"The Sublime Revelation (Al-Fath Ar-Rabbani): A Collection of Sixty-Two Discourses","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e62 Discourses [Majalis] by Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani in the guesthouse [ribat] and the schoolhouse [madrasa] in Bagdad, between the years AH 545 and AH 546. Longer than the discourses of Revelations of the Unseen, these profoundly moving lectures used to be attended by crowds of more than seventy thousand people. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eAs we have been told in the Shaikh's biography, Necklaces of Gems, more than 400 inkwells would be used in one session by the scribes recording his every word. Treasured for centuries by those fortunate enough to have a handwritten copy, the entire 62 discourses are available in English for the first time. These discourses cover every aspect of the spiritual path necessary for those who aspire to attain to the nearness of Allah. Translated by Muhtar Holland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Excerpt:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSixtieth Discourse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eIt was in the late evening of Tuesday, the 13th of Rajab, A.H. 546, that the Shaikh (may Allah be well pleased with him) said:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThe Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) is reported as having said: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part of the excellence of a man's Islam is paying no attention to that which does not concern him. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The more excellent and truly confirmed a person's Islam becomes, the more he devotes his attention to that which concerns him, and avoids getting involved in things that are none of his business. To busy oneself with that which is irrelevant is the distraction of idle fools. Deprived of the good pleasure of his Master [Mawla] is he who fails to put into practice what He commands, and who occupies himself with things he has not been instructed to deal with. This is deprivation its very self, death its very self and banishment its very self. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Your involvement in this world requires that you have a righteous intention [niyya saliha], otherwise you deserve to be viewed with disgust. You must concentrate first of all on the cleanliness [tahara] of your heart, for this is an obligatory duty [farida]. Then turn your attention to deeper knowledge [ma'rifa]. If you miss the root, your preoccupation with the branch will not be accepted of you. There is no benefit in cleanliness of the physical parts of the body combined with defilement of the heart. You must cleanse your physical limbs and organs by following the Sunna, and your heart by putting the Qur'an into practice. Take care of your heart, so that your physical body will be taken care of. Every vessel exudes its own contents. Whatever is in your heart will ooze out from you through your physical parts. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Be sensible! This is not the behavior of one who believes in death and is convinced of it. This is not the behavior of one who is looking forward to meeting Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He), and dreading His reckoning and His interrogation. The sound heart is filled with affirmation of Divine Unity [tawhid], absolute trust [tawakkul], certitude [yaqin], helpful guidance to success [tawfiq], knowledge ['ilm], faith [iman], and nearness [qurb] to Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). He sees all creatures in their essential weakness, lowliness and poverty, yet he will not be arrogant toward a little child amongst them. He becomes like a lion when battle is joined with the unbelievers [kuffar] and hypocrites [munafiqun], out of zeal for Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). In His presence he becomes a discarded piece of flesh, and he is meek and humble toward those who are righteous [salihun] and piously devoted [muttaqun wari'un]. Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) has described the kind of people who have such attributes, for He has said: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHard against the unbelievers, merciful among themselves.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e- (Qur'an 48:29) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Woe unto you, O heretical innovator [mubtadi']! No one but Allah is capable of saying: \"I am Allah.\" Our Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) is a Speaker [Mutakallim], not a dumb mute, and this is why Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) has emphasized the point in his speech to Moses, for he said: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd Allah spoke directly to Moses.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003e - (Qur'an 4:164) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e He possesses speech [kalam] that can be heard and understood. He said to Moses: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eO Moses, I am indeed Allah, Lord of the Worlds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e- (Qur'an 28:43) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e By His words, \"I am Allah,\" He means to say: \"I am not an angel [malak], not a genie [jinni] and not a human being [insi], but the Lord of the Worlds [Rabbu'l-'alamin]. So Pharaoh was lying when he said: 'I am your Lord the Most High' (79:24), and when he laid claim to divinity [ilahiyya], disregarding Me. I am Allah, not Pharaoh or any other creature.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When Moses fell into that agony and anguish, his faith [iman] and conviction [iqan] showed through. When he fell into the gloom of night and the gloom of sorrow for the wife, on account of the agony she was suffering, Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) revealed to him a light, so he said to his habits, his dependants, his strength and his material means: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStay here awhile, I notice a fire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e- (Qur'an 28:29) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"I have seen a light. My innermost being [sirr], my heart [qalb], my inner content [ma'na] and my kernel [lubb] have seen a light. My predestined grace [sabiqa] and my guidance have come to me. Independence from creatures has come to me. Saintship [wilaya] and deputyship [khilafa] have come to me. The root [asl] has come to me and the branch [far'] has departed from me. Dominion has come to me and the dread of Pharaoh has gone from me, and the fear has passed over to him.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e He bade his family farewell, committed them to his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) and moved on, for surely He would appoint a successor to him amongst them. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is how it is for the believer [mu'min] when Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) draws him close and summons him to the door of His nearness. His heart looks about to right and left, to the back and to the front, and he sees that all avenues are blocked except in the direction of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He). Then he addresses his lower self [nafs], his passions [hawa], his physical limbs and organs [jawarih], his habits ['ada], his family and everything he has been involved with, saying: \"I have spotted the light of nearness to my Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He), so I am moving on toward it. If I have a return, I shall come back to you.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e He bids farewell to all creatures. He bids farewell to everything produced [muhdath] and everything made [masnu'], and he moves on toward the Maker [Sani'], for surely the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He) will take care of his wife and children and all his material means [asbab]. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part of the spiritual condition [hal] is kept hidden from those who are remote, but not from those who are near, from those who hate but not from those who love. It is kept hidden from the majority, but not from the few. When this heart is sound and pure, it can hear the call of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He) from each of the six directions [right and left, above and below, in front and behind]. It can hear the call of every Prophet [nabi], Messenger [rasul], champion of truth [siddiq] and saint [wali]. At this stage he draws near to Him, so that his life comes to be nearness to Him and his death remoteness from Him. His contentment comes to be in his intimate conversation [munajat] with Him, and he is satisfied with this to the exclusion of everything else. He does not care about the loss of this world. He does not care about hunger and thirst, nakedness and indignity. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The seeker [murid] finds contentment in acts of obedience [ta'at], while the knower ['arif], who is sought [murad], finds contentment in nearness to Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). O you with your affectations, what is this you are up to? This business cannot be achieved through fasting by day and keeping vigil at night, eating rough food and wearing rough clothes, while still being influenced by the lower self [nafs], the passions [hawa], natural inclinations [tab'], ignorance and the opinions of other people. Nothing can come about through this. Woe unto you! Be sincere [akhlis] and you will be saved [takhlus]. Be truthful [usduq] and you will attain your goal, draw close to your aspiration and ascend to the heights. Surrender [sallim] and you will be safe and sound [salimta]. Be compliant [wafiq] and you will be helped to succeed [wuffiqta]. Be content [irda] and you will be approved of [rudiya 'anka]. You must make a start, then the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He) will bring things to completion for you. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e O Allah, take care of our affairs in this world and the hereafter. Do not entrust us to our own lower selves [nufus], nor to any of Your creatures! \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) is reported as having said: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) will say to Gabriel: \"Put such and such a person to sleep, and make so and so get up.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e There are two ways of taking this [the first being]: \"Make a certain person-the lover [muhibb]-get up, and put another person-the beloved [mahbub]-to sleep. The former has claimed that he loves Me, so I must certainly examine him and put him in his proper place, until the leaves of his being with any but Me fall from him. Make him get up, until the proof of his claim is established, until his love is confirmed. And put a certain other person to sleep, because he is My beloved. He has long been toiling hard. Not a trace is left with him of any other than Me. His love for Me has become single, and confirmed are his claim, his proof and his fulfillment of My covenant. It is now My turn to fulfill his covenant. He is a guest, and the guest is not made to serve and toil. I shall let him sleep in the chamber of My tender care, and I shall let him sit at the table of My gracious favor. I shall entertain him in My nearness and I shall remove him from the presence of all others besides Me. His affection [mawadda] has proved to be genuine, and when affection is authentic formalities are dispensed with.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The other interpretation is: \"Put so and so to sleep, for I dislike the sound of his voice, and make that other person get up, for I love to hear his voice.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The lover becomes a loved one only when his heart is purified of everything apart from his Master (Almighty and Glorious is He). When his realization of the Divine Unity [tawhid] is complete, as well as his absolute trust [tawakkul], his faith [iman], his conviction [iqan] and his direct knowledge [ma'rifa], that is when he becomes a loved one. His suffering then departs and comfort comes to him. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Suppose someone loved a certain king, but was separated from him by a great distance, so love overwhelmed him and he set out in a daze, heading in the direction of the king's country. He travels by day and by night, enduring all kinds of hardship and danger. He enjoys neither food nor drink until he reaches the door of his palace. The king has had news about his condition, so he sends his servants out to welcome him. They take him to the bath [hamam] to get him cleaned up, dress him in the finest clothes and make him fragrant with perfumes. Then they bring him into the presence of the king, who entertains him, talks to him, asks him about his condition, marries him to the most beautiful of his slave girls and grants him a portion of his kingdom. He becomes the beloved favorite of the king, so what reason could he have, after all this, to be afraid or weary or to wish to go back to his own country? Why should he wish to part from him, when he has come to be established and trusted in his presence? \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This heart, when it has attained to the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He), comes to be endowed with His nearness and His intimate conversation, secure in His presence, so it has no desire to leave Him again and go back to any other. The way for the heart to reach this station [maqam] is through the performance of the obligatory religious duties [fara'id], patient renunciation of unlawful things [haram] and carnal desires [shahawat], obtaining things that are permissible [mubah] and lawful [halal] without passion [hawa] and lust [shahwa] and involvement [wujud], and the practice of salutory restraint [wara' shafi] and perfect abstinence [zuhd kamil]. It is the giving up of everything apart from Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He), opposition to the lower self [nafs], the passions [hawa] and the devil [shaitan], the cleansing of the heart from all creatures whatsoever, and equal indifference to praise or blame, to receiving gifts or having them withheld, and to the hard life of the desert [hajar] or the comfort of civilized living [madar]. The first stage of this business is bearing witness that there is none worthy of worship except Allah [shahadatu an la ilaha illa'llah], and the last is equal indifference to rough or civilized living. When a person's heart is sound, he is so closely connected with his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) that desert and town, praise and blame, sickness and good health, riches and poverty, worldly success and failure are all on an equal footing as far as he is concerned. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When someone has genuinely reached this stage, he experiences the death of his lower self [nafs] and his passions [hawa], his natural urges cease to flare up, and his devil becomes humbly submissive to him. This world and its lords [arbab] become insignificant to his heart, while the hereafter and its lords acquire great importance in its sight. Then he turns away from both these worlds and moves toward his Master (Almighty and Glorious is He). His heart finds a track in the midst of creatures [khalq], on which it can pass through to the Truth [Haqq]. They step aside for him to right and left, pull back and clear the path for him. They run away from the fire of his truthfulness [sidq] and the awe-inspiring dignity of his innermost being [sirr]. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When someone has genuinely reached this stage, no opponent can make him turn back and no obstacle can bar his way to the door of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He). His banner cannot be repulsed, nor his army put to flight. His birds [of good omen] cannot be silenced, and the sword of his affirmation of Unity [tawhid] cannot be blunted. His steps do not falter. His task is not difficult for him, and neither door nor lock can hold fast in front of him. Doors and locks fly apart, and all avenues are opened up. Nothing stands before him until he stands before the Lord. Then He will treat him kindly and let him sleep in His chamber. He will give him to eat of His gracious bounty and to drink of His intimate friendship [uns]. At this point he will see what no eye has ever seen, no ear has ever heard, and no human heart has ever conceived. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This servant's return to creatures is for the purpose of guiding them aright and ruling them. They are all subject to the dominion of this servant, who has attained to Him, who has seen Him and regards everything apart from Him as the work of creation. He becomes useful to the people as an expert [jahbadh], a mediator [safir] who points the way to the door of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He). Now he is called great in the spiritual kingdom [malakut]. All creatures are under the feet of his heart and find protection in his shade. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e You are not rightly guided. You lay claim to that which does not belong to you, and to what you do not possess. Your lower self [nafs] is in control of you, and creatures and all of this world are in your heart. In your heart they are greater than Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). You are outside the limit of the people [of the Lord] and their estimation. If you wish to attain to what I have hinted at, you must devote your attention to the purification of your heart from all things. You must obey the commandments and observe the prohibitions [of the Lord], be patient with destiny [qadar], and expel this world from your heart. After all this, come here to me, so that I may talk with you and tell you about what lies beyond all that. If you do this, you will obtain what you wish, but anything said beforehand would be senseless jabber. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Woe unto you! You need a bite to eat, you lose some trivial little thing, or you suffer an insult to your honor-and it is the end of the world for you! You protest against Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). You vent your rage by beating your wife and children. You curse your religion [din] and your Prophet [nabi]. If you were a sensible person, one of the people of wakefulness and vigilant awareness, you would hold your tongue in the presence of Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). You would look upon all of His actions [af'al] as a blessing for your benefit and in your interest. If you pause and do not quarrel, if you are thankful and not ungrateful, if you are content and not dissatisfied, if you are quiet and do not complain, you will be told: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWill not Allah defend His servant?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003e - (Qur'an 39:36) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e O hasty one, be patient and you will have good and wholesome food to eat. You do not know Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He). If you really knew ['arafta] Him, you would not complain about Him to others. If you really knew Him, you would hold your tongue in His presence. You would not demand things of Him and would not pester Him with your supplication [du'a']. No, you would rather comply with His wishes and be patient with Him. Be sensible! You do not need any justification. Everything He does is beneficial. He puts you to the test to see how you will behave. He examines you to find out whether you are confident of His promise, whether you realize that He is Watching you and Aware of you. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Surely you must realize that if the day-laborer [ruzkari] were to beg for a handout while inside the king's palace, this would amount to impudence and greediness on his part. He would be evicted at once from the palace, and would be told: \"This fellow needs to go begging.\" The faith [iman] of the believer [mu'min] cannot be complete as long as his heart still contains any cupidity, greed or importunate demand, or any creatures on whom his fears and hopes are pinned. To achieve this completeness he must practice constant reflection [fikr] and studiously examine the basic sources [usul: 'roots'] and the practical applications derived from them [furu': 'branches']. He must reflect upon the spiritual states [ahwal] of the Prophets [nabiyyun], the Messengers [mursalun] and the righteous [salihun], on how the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He) delivered them from the hands of their enemies and helped them to triumph over their foes, and on how He gave them relief and a way out of their problems. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It is through genuine reflection that absolute trust [tawakkul] becomes truly established. This world disappears from the heart and it forgets about jinn, human beings, angels and all creatures, while it remembers the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He). The owner of this heart comes to be as if no one else had been created. He comes to be as if he were the only one subject to the [divine] commandments, there being no other creatures; as if he were the only one subject to the [divine] prohibitions, likewise, and as if he were the sole recipient of the [divine] blessings. It seems to him that all obligations rest on the neck of his innermost being [sirr] and his heart. He sees the mountains of obligations, in all their variety of forms, as a mission [risala] from the One who imposes obligations [al-Mukallif], so he undertakes it in order to prove the reality of his servitude ['ubudiyya] and his readiness to obey [tawa'iyya]. He becomes a carrier for creatures, while the Creator carries him. He becomes a physician for them, while his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) is his own physician. He becomes the door for creatures to reach the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He), and a mediator [safir] between them and Him. He becomes a sun from which they receive light on their path toward Him. He becomes the food and drink of creatures, for he is never absent from them. He becomes their interest and welfare entirely, and forgets about himself. He comes to be as if he had no lower self [nafs], no natural inclinations [tab'] and no passions [hawa]. He forgets about his own food and drink and clothing. He becomes forgetful of himself, mindful of his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He). He takes his heart away from his own self and from creatures, but remains with his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He). All he seeks is the well-being of other creatures. He has committed his own self [sallama nafsahu] to the hand of the judgment [qada'] of his Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He), letting go of it completely. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Such is the character of one who is willing to undertake the task of conducting people to the door of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He). As for you, you are a crazy fool, ignorant of Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He), His Messengers [rusul], His saints [awliya'] and His special favorites [khawass] among His creatures. You claim to practice abstinence [zuhd], yet you are always craving [raghib]. Your abstinence is a cripple with no feet. Your only yearning is for this world and creatures. You have no yearning for your Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He). Be careful how you stand in front of me! Come with good thoughts and good manners, so that I may guide you to your Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) and make you familiar with the path to Him. You must take off the clothes of arrogance and dress yourself in the clothes of humility. You must be put to shame, so that you may receive honor. You must humble yourself so that you may grow in stature. All that you are now engaged in and involved with is crazy foolishness. Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) pays no attention to it. This business does not come about through the actions of the physical body. Our Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) used to say: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Abstinence is in here. Pious devotion [taqwa] is in here. Sincerity [ikhlas] is in here. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e -and he would be pointing at his breast. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e If someone wishes for success [falah], let him become a piece of ground beneath the feet of the Shaikhs. What is the character of these Shaikhs? They are those who give up this world and creatures, who bid them farewell, who say goodbye to everything below the heavenly Throne ['arsh] down to the surface of the earth, who leave all things behind and bid them the farewell of one who will never be coming back to them again. They say goodbye to all creatures, including their own selves. Their existence [wujud] is together with their Lord (Almighty and Glorious is He) in all their states [ahwal]. If anyone seeks the love of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He) together with the existence of his own self [nafs], he is indulging in delusion and fantasy. The majority of those who behave like ascetics [mutazahhidun] and devout worshippers [muta'abbidun] are actually the slaves of creatures, whom they treat as if they were partners of Allah [mushrikuna bihim]. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e You must not put your trust in material means [asbab], making idols of them and depending on them, because you will incur the wrath of the Lord of Truth (Almighty and Glorious is He), of Him who is the Originator of all means [Musabbib al-asbab], the Creator [Khaliq] of them and the One who keeps them at His disposal [al-Mutasarrif fiha]. It is the firm belief [i'tiqad] of those who follow the Book of Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) and the Sunna of His Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace) that the sword does not cut because of its nature [tab'], but that it is Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) who cuts with it; that fire does not burn because of its nature, but that Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) is the One who uses it to burn; that food does not satisfy hunger because of its nature, but that Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) uses it to satisfy our hunger; that water does not quench thirst because of its nature, but that Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) is the One who quenches our thirst with it. Likewise with all material means in the variety of their forms, Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He) is the One who controls and applies them, while they are merely instruments in His hands, with which He does whatever He will. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Since He is the Doer [Fa'il] in reality ['ala'l-haqiqa], why do you not resort to Him in all your affairs, let go of your needs and make a regular practice of affirming His Oneness [tawhid] under all circumstances? His instructions are obvious; they are not concealed from any intelligent person. The slave gets beaten with a stick, but a nod is enough for the free man. You must obey Him, for He will honor those who obey Him. Do not disobey Him, for He will dishonor those who disobey Him. Triumph and failure are in His hand. He honors with triumph whomever He will, and dishonors with failure whomever He will. He honors with knowledge ['ilm] whomever He will, and dishonors with ignorance whomever He will. He honors with nearness whomever He will, and dishonors with remoteness whomever He will. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbd al-Qadir al-Jilani Al-Sayyid Muhiyudin Abu Muhammad Abdal Qadir Al-Jilani Al-Hasani Wal-Hussaini (born 11 Rabi al-Thani, 470 Hijri, in the town of Na'if, district of \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gilan\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gilan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eGilan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ilam_Province\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ilam Province\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIlam Province\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Or \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Amol\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Amol\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAmol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e of \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tabarestan\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tabarestan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eTabarestan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Persia, or \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gilan\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gilan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eGilan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Al-Mada'in, \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Iraq\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Iraq\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIraq\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e died 8 Rabi al-Awwal 561 AH, in \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Baghdad\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Baghdad\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eBaghdad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, (1077–1166 CE), was a \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Persian_people\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Persian people\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003ePersian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hanbali\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hanbali\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eHanbali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e jurist and Sufi based in Baghdad. \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Qadiriyya\" title=\"Qadiriyya\"\u003eQadiriyya\u003c\/a\u003e was his patronym.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuhtar Holland\u003c\/strong\u003e was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam. His freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673476153652,"sku":"AB002","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Sublime-Revelation-_Al-Fath-Ar-Rabbani_-A-Collection-of-Sixty-Two-Discourses-Al-Baz-Publishing-40056979.webp?v=1778828952"},{"product_id":"utterances-of-shaikh-abd-alqadir-malfuzat","title":"Utterances of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir (Malfuzat)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eKnown as the Malfuzat, and generally found appended to manuscripts of Al-Fath ar-Rabbani [The Sublime Revelation], these are various sayings of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani made during the same time period covered by al-Fath ar-Rabbani, but are not discourses in their own right and thus do not fit into any of them. This is a collection of sayings and short talks on different topics of immense value to the believer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIt is in the Malfuzat that the Shaikh mentions twice that wilayat [saintship] should be the goal of every Muslim, that is to say, that it is not beyond the aspiration of the common man to become a wali of Allah. He has lifted our eyes out of the dust set them in the direction of the most exalted levels, may Allah be pleased with him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCover art by Rohana Filippi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKullu man 'alai-ha fan.\" \"All upon it [the earth] shall pass away.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" - {Quran 55:26}\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbd al-Qadir al-Jilani Al-Sayyid Muhiyudin Abu Muhammad Abdal Qadir Al-Jilani Al-Hasani Wal-Hussaini (born 11 Rabi al-Thani, 470 Hijri, in the town of Na'if, district of Gilan, Ilam Province Or Amol of Tabarestan, Persia,oar Gilan Al-Mada'in , Iraq died 8 Rabi al-Awwal 561 AH, in Baghdad, (1077–1166 CE), was a PersianHanbali jurist and Sufi based in Baghdad. Qadiriyya was his patronym.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam. His freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673476776244,"sku":"AB003","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Utterances-of-Shaikh-_Abd-al-Qadir-_Malfuzat_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40057530.webp?v=1778828985"},{"product_id":"the-removal-of-cares-jala-alkhawatir","title":"The Removal of Cares (Jala' al-Khawatir)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrologue of The Removal of Cares\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn the Name of Allah, All-Merciful and Compassionate!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Praise be to Allah, the Lord of All the Worlds, and may Allah bestow blessings and peace upon our Master Muhammad and his family and his companions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The following discourses were delivered by the Shaikh, the Imam, the most learned scholar, the pious abstainer, the dutiful worshiper, the knower by direct experience, the avoider of excess, the Shaikh of Shaikhs, the proof of Islam [hujjat al-Islam], the axis of the human race [qutb al-anam], the upholder of the Sunna, the suppressor of heretical innovation, the crown of those who know by direct experience, the love of those who tread the spiritual path, the pillar of the Shari'a [the Law of Islam], the mainstay of the Haqiqa [the Experience of Reality] and the signpost of the Tariqa [the Spiritual Path], the chief of the saints, the leader of the pure, the lantern of those who travel the spiritual way, the guide, the captain of those who are devoted to their duty, the lamp of the people of devotion and purity, Shaikh Muhyi 'd-Din Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Qadir, son of Abu Salih Musa al-Jili the grandson of 'Abdullah the Hermit.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e May Allah sanctify his spirit and illuminate his mausoleum. May He gather us at the Resurrection as members of his company, and may He grant that we die in the embrace of his affection. May He allow us to enjoy the benefit of his blessed grace and of his spoken words, both in this world and in the hereafter. And may Allah bless our Master Muhammad and his family and his companions, each and every one of them, and may He grant them peace in great abundance. And praise be to Allah, Lord of All the Worlds.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The first of these discourses [majalis] was delivered on a Friday, the 9th day of the month of Rajab, and the last of them was delivered on the 14th day of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the year [A.H.] 546.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbd al-Qadir al-Jilani Al-Sayyid Muhiyudin Abu Muhammad Abdal Qadir Al-Jilani Al-Hasani Wal-Hussaini (born 11 Rabi al-Thani, 470 Hijri, in the town of Na'if, district of \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gilan\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gilan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eGilan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ilam_Province\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ilam Province\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIlam Province\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Or \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Amol\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Amol\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAmol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e of \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tabarestan\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tabarestan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eTabarestan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Persia, oar Gilan Al-Mada'in , \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Iraq\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Iraq\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIraq\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e died 8 Rabi al-Awwal 561 AH, in \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Baghdad\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Baghdad\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eBaghdad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, (1077–1166 CE), was a Persian\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hanbali\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hanbali\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eHanbali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e jurist and Sufi based in Baghdad. \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Qadiriyya\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Qadiriyya\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eQadiriyya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e was his patronym.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam. His freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673476907316,"sku":"AB004","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Removal-of-Cares-_Jala_-al-Khawatir_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40058185.webp?v=1778829017"},{"product_id":"sufficient-provision-for-seekers-of-the-path-of-truth-alghunya-litalibi-tariq-alhaqq","title":"Sufficient Provision for Seekers of the Path of Truth (Al-Ghunya li Talibi Tariq al-Haqq) (5 Volume Set)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePrologue of Sufficient Provision for Seekers of the Path of Truth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePraise be to Allah for His gracious favor, and blessings and peace be upon the Prince of His Prophets and upon his family and his friends.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The following are the words of our Supreme Helper [Ghawthuna'l-A'zam], the Mainstay of the Arabs and the non-Arabs [Sanad al-'Arab wa'l-'Ajam], the Light of Mankind and the Jinn [Nur ath-Thaqalain], the Axis of East and West [Qutb al-Khafiqain], the Reviver of the Prophetic Example [Muhyi's-Sunna], Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Qadir al-Hasani al-Husaini al-Jilani (may Allah the Exalted sanctify his innermost being, and may He pour His gracious blessings in abundance upon those who follow his lofty example):\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Praise be to Allah, for every book must begin with the declaration of His praise, as every speech must start with the mention of His name. The people of bliss will take delight in praising Him [hereafter] in the abode of requital and reward. By His name is every sickness healed, and with it every grief and tribulation is removed. Toward Him hands are raised in earnest entreaty and supplication, in hardship and in ease, in good times and in bad. He is Attentive [Sami'] to all voices, with all their various forms of speech in different languages, and He is Responsive [Mujib] to those who feel the need to appeal [to Him].\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Praise be to Him, therefore, for all that is best and finest, and thanks be to Him for all the favors He has bestowed, for all the gifts He has granted, and for the evidence and guidance He has clearly shown. May His blessings be upon His chosen friend [safi] and Messenger [Rasul], Muhammad, through whom He has guided us out of error, and on his family, his companions, his brother Envoys [Mursalun] and the angels brought near [mala'ika muqarrabun], and may He grant them peace.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Now to address the subject of the present work: One of my friends had been pressing me, urging me in very emphatic terms to compose this book, because of his excellent appreciation of what is right and proper. Of course, Allah is the One who protects from harm ['Asim] in words and deeds, the One who has insight [Muttali'] into consciences [dama'ir] and intentions [niyyat], and the Benefactor [Mun'im] who graciously condescends to facilitate whatever He wishes. Refuge with Him (Almighty and Glorious is He) must be sought through cleansing hearts of pretense [riya'] and hypocrisy [nifaq], and replacing bad deeds with good. He is Forgiving [Ghafir] of sins and mistakes, and Accepting [Qabil] of repentance from His servants.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I came to recognize the sincerity of his [my friend's] wish to acquire real knowledge [ma'rifa] of modes of behavior consistent with the sacred law [adab shar'iyya], namely obligatory religious duties [fara'id], recommended practices [sunan] and formal refinements [hai'at]; real knowledge of the Maker [Sani'] (Almighty and Glorious is He) through signs [ayat] and indications ['alamat]; then instruction in the Qur'an and Prophetic utterances [alfaz nabawiyya], in discourses [majalis] we shall mention later; and real knowledge of the morals and ethics of the righteous [salihun], which we shall review in the course of the book, so that it may serve as a helper to him in following the path of Allah (Almighty and Glorious is He), in carrying out His commandments and observing His prohibitions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I found that he had a sincere intention [niyya sadiqa], which I experienced within me among the revelations of the Unseen [futuh al-ghaib], so I gave him a positive response in this matter.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Promptly and eagerly, counting on the reward, hoping for salvation on the Day of Reckoning, I set about the work of compiling this book, with the helpful guidance of the Lord of lords [Rabb al-arbab], the Inspirer of what is right [Mulhim as-sawab], and I have given it the title:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Sufficient Provision For The Seekers of The Path of Truth [Al-Ghunya li-Talibi Tariq al-Haqq]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSheikh Abd al-Qadir al Jilani is regarded by many as the Sultan of the saints and the supreme spiritual helper (al-Ghawth al-A'zam). He lived almost a thousand years ago, yet his words transcend the time and place in which they were recorded to span the centuries without difficulties.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In this monumental work of five books, the Sheikh (may Allah be well pleased with him) provides a comprehensive exposition of both the outer and the inner aspects of Islam. His words shed light on the workings of the spiritual core of the human being, as well as on the traditional norms of external conduct.  The proper attitude to going on a journey, ôhe tells the Seeker of the Path of Truth, ôis best described in the language of spiritual experience. The venerable Shaikh Abd al-Qadir al Jilani passed on to the Realm of Divine Beauty in A.H. 561.1166 C.E. He is noted for his extraordinary spiritual experiences and exploits, as well as his memorable sayings and wise teachings. It is rightly said of him that æhe was born in love, grew in perfection, and met his Lord in the perfection of love. May All-Glorious Lord bring us in contact with his lofty spiritual influence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland, one of the foremost translators of classical Arabic, Sufficient Provision for the Seekers of the Path of Truth is a work of inestimable value to every English-speaking Muslim, and to seekers of spiritual knowledge and understanding everywhere. It should also be a welcome addition to the library resources of scholar and layman alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673477005620,"sku":"AB005","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Sufficient-Provision-for-Seekers-of-the-Path-of-Truth-_Al-Ghunya-li-Talibi-Tariq-al-Haqq_-_5-Volume-Set_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40059036.jpg?v=1780400857"},{"product_id":"fifteen-letters-khamsata-ashara-maktuban-otherwise-known-as-maktubat","title":"Fifteen Letters (Khamsata 'Ashara Maktuban, otherwise known as Maktubat)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOriginally written in Persian, the fifteen letters were translated into Arabic by 'Ali Husamu'd-din al-Muttaqi (the Devout), who said of them, \"these letters comprise nuggets of wisdom and spiritual counsel, couched in various forms of allegory, metaphor, paraphrase and quotation, including approximately two hundred and seventy-five Qur'anic verses. They also contain allusions to the experiences [adhwaq] and spiritual states [halat] of the Sufis (may Allah's good pleasure be conferred upon them all).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCover art by Rohana Filippi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSh. Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani's name has been adorned by many honorifics down the years. He has been called the Sultan of the Saints (Sultan al-Awliya) and the supreme spiritual helper (al-Ghawth al-Azam). Also called Muhyi'd-Din (reviver of the religion), he lived almost a thousand years ago, yet his words and his spiritual influence transcend the distance in time to bring peace, inspiration and a renewed sense of direction to the modern seeker of truth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThese letters of his, translated many centuries ago from Persian to Arabic and now English, \"comprise nuggets of wisdom and spiritual counsel, couched in various forms of allegory, metaphor, paraphrase, and quotation, including approximately 275 Qur'anic verses. They also contain allusions to the experiences (adhwaq) and spiritual states (halat) of the Muslims. A welcome addition to the bookshelf of seeker and scholar alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673477169460,"sku":"AB006","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Fifteen-Letters-_Khamsata-_Ashara-Maktuban_-otherwise-known-as-Maktubat_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40060371.jpg?v=1780381557"},{"product_id":"concerning-the-affirmation-of-divine-oneness-risala-fi-ttawhid","title":"Concerning the Affirmation of Divine Oneness (Risala fi't Tawhid)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book contains the commentaries of Shaykh Wali Raslan's work by Shaikh Zakariyya al-Ansari (d AH 926) and Shaikh Ali b. Atiyya Alawan al-Hamawi (d AH 936).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaikh Zakariyya' al-Ansari, whose commentary on the Risala is to be found in this book, had this to say: \"Now then, the science of Divine Unity is one of the noblest of the sciences, nay, it is the noblest of them all and works composed on the subject include ar-Risala ar-Raslaniyya, by the Imam well versed in the knowledge of Allah (Exalted is He), Raslan ad-Dimashqi - may Allah perfume his resting place and make Paradise his habitation. Since this is one of the most original books written on the science of Divine Unity ('Ilm at-Tawhid), and the most comprehensive treatment of the subject within such a short space, I prayed to Allah, (Exalted is He) for help and guidance in composing a commentary that would analyze its wording and explain its meaning.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMany charismatic powers and supernatural talents have been attributed to Shaikh Wali Raslan, including those related in Qala'id al-Jawahir (Necklaces of Gems). In this work, which is essentially a biography of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani (may Allah be well pleased with him), Shaikh Muhammad Ibn Yahya at-Tadifi says: \"He was one of the pre-eminent Shaikhs of Syria, one of those remarkable individuals who know through direct experience (a'yan al-arifin), and one of those who are outstanding on account of their superior skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe was endowed with lofty indications, with elevated aspirations, with truthful expressions, with supernatural charismatic exploits (karamat khariqa), with majestic spiritual stations, and with exalted situations. He held the highest degree of directly acquired forms of knowledge (ma'arif), the loftiest position in the realm of the realities (Haqa'iq), and the foremost standing in nearness, clear unveiling and brilliant illumination (fath), as well as firmly established empowerment and an effective aptitude for management.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaikh Raslan ad-Dimashqi (may Allah be well pleased with him) \u003c\/span\u003ewas one of the pre-eminent Shaikhs of Syria, one of those remarkable individuals who know through direct experience [a'yan al-'arifin], and one of those who is outstanding on account of their superior skills. He was endowed with lofty indications, with elevated aspirations, with truthful expressions, with supernatural charismatic exploits [karamat khariqa], with majestic spiritual stations, and with exalted situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe held the highest degree of directly acquired forms of knowledge [ma'arif], the loftiest position in the realm of the realities [haqa'iq], and the foremost standing in nearness, clear unveiling and brilliant illumination [fath], as well as a firmly established empowerment and an effective aptitude for management.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe eventually became responsible for the training of all the seekers [muridin] in Syria. A group of its Shaikhs became affiliated with him, and not a few of its inhabitants enjoyed the benefit of his fellowship. The religious scholars ['ulama'] and the elders (may Allah be well pleased with them) pointed him out with profound respect and reverent admiration. Various animals used for transport alighted in his courtyard, arriving from every direction and by every route, and riders followed in his tracks from every deep ravine [min kulli fajjin 'amiq].3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaikh Raslan ad-Dimashqi (may Allah be well pleased with him) was charming, graceful, courteous and humble. He combined the noblest traits of character, the most perfect manners, and the most excellent attributes. He was also endowed with a sublime way of speaking about the process of real experiences [minhaj al-haqa'iq]. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673477366068,"sku":"AB007","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Concerning-the-Affirmation-of-Divine-Oneness-_Risala-fi_t-Tawhid_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40060536.jpg?v=1780381397"},{"product_id":"the-proper-conduct-of-marriage-in-islam-adab-annikah","title":"The Proper Conduct of Marriage in Islam (Adab an Nikah)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is Book XII of Imam Ghazali's 'Ihya Ulum al-Din (Revival of the Religious Sciences), translated by the eloquent Muhtar Holland. Topics of the section on marriage in the 'Ihya include benefits of marriage, challenges of marriage, selecting a spouse, rules of married life, relations between husband and wife, having children, preferred actions at childbirth, obligations of spouses to each other, and avoiding divorce.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Imam Ghazali's magnum opus is aptly entitled \"The Revival of the Religious Sciences [Ihya' 'Ulum ad-Din].\" In its four volumes, the author deals with every aspect of the outer and inner life of the Muslim. The subject of Marriage, discussed in the section covered by this translation, is surely of particular interest and importance to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Author's Introduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapter One\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOn the merits and disadvantages of marriage.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1. The favorable view of marriage, supported by:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) Qur'anic Verses [ayat] : b) Prophetic Traditions [akhbar] : c) Later Traditions [athar] :\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2. Traditions unfavorable to marriage.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 3. The benefits of marriage:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) The begetting of children. b) Immunity from Satan; relief from craving; protection against the perils of lust. c) Relaxation and recreation for the soul. d) Freedom from concern with running the household. e) Self-discipline and training through custodianship and guardianship.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 4. The disadvantages of marriage.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) The difficulty of obtaining a lawful income. b) The difficulty of treating a wife properly. c) Worldly distractions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 5. Conclusions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapter Two\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1. Concerning the marriage contract.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Basic elements and conditions:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) Concerning the consent of the marriage guardian [wali]. b) Concerning the agreement of the woman. c) Concerning the presence of witnesses. d) Concerning the offer and immediate acceptance [ijab wa-qabul].\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Customary practices:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) The proposal of marriage [khitba]. b) The religious address [khutba] before the marriage. c) The bride should hear all about the bridegroom. It is likewise recommended that the groom should get to see the bride before the wedding. d) It is good to invite other virtuous people, as well as the witnesses. e) The bridegroom should marry with the intention of upholding the Prophetic example, of preserving modesty, of seeking offspring, and of obtaining the other benefits mentioned above. f) It is recommended that the marriage be contracted in the mosque and in the month of Shawwal.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2. Concerning the qualifications of the bride.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Legal impediments to marriage:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) She is already married to another. b) She is in the period of withdrawal ['idda] following widowhood, repudiation, or intercourse of uncertain legality. c) She has become an apostate ['murtadda] from Islam. d) She is a Magian [Zoroastrian]. e) She is an idolatress or atheist [zindiqa], owing allegiance to no Prophet or Scripture. f) She is a woman of scriptural religion but embraced that religion after it had been falsified, or subsequent to the mission of Allah's Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace). g) She is a slave, while the prospective husband is a free man, either capable of supporting a free woman, or impoverished but immune to moral danger if he remains unmarried. h) She is wholly or partially owned as a slave by the prospective husband. i) She is closely related to the prospective husband, being an ascendant or descendant of his, a descendant of his ascendants in the first degree, or a descendant in the first degree of a more remote ascendant. j) She is forbidden through the relationship of suckling, which creates the same impediments as blood kinship with ascendants and descendants. k) She is related to him through marriage. l) She would be a fifth wife. m) Her sister or her aunt (paternal or maternal) is already married to the prospective husband. n) If the prospective husband has thrice repudiated her, she is unlawful to him as long as she has not consummated a valid marriage with a different husband. o) When the man has pronounced the oath of anathema [li'an] against his wife, she is thereby forever unlawful to him. p) Either party is in a state of consecration [ihram] for the Pilgrimage or Visitation [to Mecca]; the marriage cannot be contracted till deconsecration has been completed. q) She is a non-virgin minor; marriage with her is not valid until after she has attained puberty. r) She is an orphan; marriage with her is not valid until after she has attained puberty. s) She was one of the wives of Allah's Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace), and was left a widow by him, or he has cohabited with her; such women are 'Mothers of the Believers.'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Qualities in the woman that are conducive to a happy married life:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) Religious devotion. b) Goodness of character. c) Beauty. d) Moderate dower. e) Fertility. f) Virginity. g) Good lineage. h) Absence of close kinship.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 3. Qualities desirable in the husband.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Points to be considered by the marriage guardian [wali].\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapter Three\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conjugal Life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1. Duties of the husband.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The husband must observe fair treatment and good conduct in twelve matters:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) the wedding feast; b) companionship; c) dalliance; d) the exercise of authority; e) jealousy; f) maintenance; g) education; h) distribution of time; i) chastisement for disobedience; j) sexual intercourse; k) producing children; l) separation through repudiation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Concerning birth control ['azl].\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Proprieties connected with the birth of children:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) A man should not be too overjoyed at getting a boy, nor unduly sad at getting a girl. b) Giving the Call to Prayer in the baby's ear. c) A fine name should be given, as something to which the child has a right. d) The 'aqiqa [customary sacrifice of sheep]. e) Rubbing the child's palate.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In divorcing a wife, the husband must observe the following four points:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e a) He should divorce her during a period of inter-menstrual purity, in which he has not copulated with her. b) He should confine himself to a single repudiation pronouncement, and not use a three-in-one formula. c) He should be gentle in giving his reasons for repudiating her. d) He should not reveal secrets about his wife, no more after a repudiation than during the marriage itself.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2. Rights of the husband.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The wife owes her husband absolute obedience in whatever he may demand of her, where she herself is concerned, as long as no sin is involved. We find many traditions emphasizing the husband's right over his wife.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Brief summary of the proprieties to be observed by a wife.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conclusion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cover art by Rohana Filippi\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuard yourselves and your families\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e- {Quran 66:6}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/29-imam-al-ghazali\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003emam Abu Hamid Muhamma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/29-imam-al-ghazali\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ed Al-Ghazali\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e was born in 450 AH (1058 A.D) in the Iranian town of Tus, studied Islamic law and theology at the Seljuq College in Nishapur, and became a distinguished professor at the famous Nizamiyya University in Baghdad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDespite his glittering success, he was inwardly dissatisfied, so he abandoned his career for the life of hardship, abstinence and devotion to worship. During ten years of wandering, he experienced a spiritual transformation, in which the Truth came to him at last, as something received rather than acquired.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Blessed with an inner certainty, he then applied his outstanding faculties and vast learning to the task of revitalizing the whole Islamic tradition. Through his direct personal contacts, and through his many writings, he showed how every element in that tradition could and should be turned to its true purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam al-Ghazzali was fondly referred to as the \"Hujjat-ul-lslam\", Proof of Islam, he is honored as a scholar and a saint by learned men all over the world and is generally acclaimed as the most influential thinker of the Classical period of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe passed away in 505 AH (1111 A.D).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673477792052,"sku":"AB008","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Proper-Conduct-of-Marriage-in-Islam-_Adab-an-Nikah_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40061155.jpg?v=1780409163"},{"product_id":"necklaces-of-gems-qala-id-aljawahir","title":"Necklaces of Gems (Qala'id al-Jawahir): A Biography of the Crown of the Saints Shaikh 'Abd Al-Qadir Jilani","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBy Shaikh Muhammad ibn Yahya al-Tadifi. A Biography of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani (may Allah be well pleased with him), on the Marvelous Exploits of the Crown of the Saints, the Treasure-trove of the Pure, the Sultan of the Awliya', the Sublime Qutb, Shaikh Muhyi'd-din 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis birth (may Allah be well pleased with him). His studies (may Allah be well pleased with him). His entering the service of his Shaikh. The Shaikhs he met. His arrival in Baghdad. Repentance of highway robbers at his hands. His sojourn in the deserts and ruins. His friendship with Sh. Hammad ad-Dabbas. The Prophet (peace be upon him) spits in his mouth. His walking on air. His pupils and his intercession for them. What he said about al-Hallaj. Jews and Christians embrace Islam at his hands. The Sultan's opposition to him. His saying: \"My foot is on the neck of every Saint of Allah.\" Increase of the Tigris in his days. His poetry. The jinn obey his orders. The jurists examine him. His conversation with the serpent. What has been handed down concerning his mediation (may Allah be well pleased with him). Consensus concerning those who have powers of life and death. His giving of legal opinions according to the Shafi'i and Hanbali schools. His supplications (may Allah be well pleased with him). Mention of his wives (may Allah be well pleased with him). Mention of his children (may Allah be well pleased with him). Mention of his grandchildren (may Allah be well pleased with him). History of this composition. Mention of his offspring in Hama. His offspring in the village of Ya'u in the district of Aleppo. His offspring in Cairo \/ in Baghdad. Destruction of the zawiya ('convent') in Baghdad. Sultan Sulaiman orders the rebuilding of the Baghdad zawiya. His sermons in sessions [majalis]; his exhortations. His words concerning the Supreme Name of Allah. Eulogy of him by Shaikh Ahmad ar-Rifa'i. Withdrawal of the barbarians from Baghdad at his command. His performing the dawn prayer with the ablution of the night prayer. Marvels of the Shaikhs who praised him, including: Sh. Abu Bakr ibn Hawara? Sh. Muhammad ash-Shanbaki Sh. Abu'l-Wafa' Muhammad Kakis Sh. Hammad ad-Dabbas Sh. 'Azzaz ibn Mustawdi' Sh. Mansur al-Bata'ihi \/ Sayyid Ahmad ar-Rifa'i Sh. 'Adi ibn Musafir Sh. 'Ali ibn al-Hiti Sh. Abu Ya'z al-Maghribi Sh. Maslama as-Saruji Sh. 'Uqayl al-Manbaji Sh. 'Ali ibn Wahb ar-Rabi'i Sh. Musa az-Zuwali Sh. RASLAN AD-DIMASHQI Sh. Abu'l-Najib as-Suhrawardi Sh. Abu Muhammand ibn 'Abd al-Basri Sh. Abu'l-Hasan al-Jawsaqi Benefit of supplications answered Sh. 'Abd al-Rahman at-Tafsunji Sh. Baqa ibn Batu Sh. Abu Sa'id al-Filawi Sh. Matar al-Badhirani Sh. Majid al-Kurdi Sh. Abu Madyan al-Maghribi Sh. Abu'l-Barakat Sakhr Sh. Abu'l-Mafakhir 'Adi ibn Abi'l-Barakat Sh. Yusuf al-Hamadani Sh. Shihab ad-Din 'Umar as-Suhrawardi Sh. Jakir al-Kurdi Sh. 'Uthman al-Qurashi Sh. Suwayd as-Sanjari Sh. Hayat ibn Qays al-Harrani Sh. Abu 'Uthman ibn Marzuq al-Bata'ihi Sh. Muhammad an-Na''al Sh. Qudayb al-Ban al-Mawsili Sh. 'Umar ibn Mas'ud al-Bazzaz Sh. Makarim an-Nahr Khalisi Sh. Khalifa an-Nahr Malaki Sh. 'Abdullah Muhammad al-Qurashi Useful remedy against dyspepsia Sh. Ibrahim al-A'zab Sh. 'Ali ibn Idris al-Ya'qubi Sh. 'Abdullah al-Jubba'i Sh. Abu'l-Hasan 'Ali as-Sabbagh Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir's Birthday.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conclusion of the Book with mention of some of his marvelous exploits.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Eulogy of him by 'Izz ad-Din ibn 'Abd as-Salam Eulogy of him by al-Yafi'i in his History His sitting to give advice in the year 251. Eulogy of him by Muhyi'd-din an-Nawawi Ode in his praise by Qadi Abu Bakr.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. 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Any seeker of the spiritual life will find immense benefit in reading the wise words of Shaikh Abd al-Qadir, written so many years ago.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Translated by Muhtar Holland, one of the foremost translators of classical Arabic, secrets of secrets and our other volumes of the Shaikh’s works should be a welcome addition to the library resources of scholar and layman alike and of great interest to students, teachers, and seekers of understanding everywhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaikh 'Abd al-Qadir is widely known by the honorific, 'the Sultan of the Saints (awliya) of Allah'. 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He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673479594292,"sku":"AB014","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Mainstay-Concerning-Jurisprudence-_Al-_Umda-fi-_l-Fiqh_-A-Handbook-of-Hanbali-Fiqh_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40065268.jpg?v=1780405962"},{"product_id":"the-summary-of-religious-knowledge-mukhtasar-fi-ilm-ad-din","title":"The Summary of Religious Knowledge (Mukhtasar fi Ilm ad Din) And Pearls of The Heart: Eighteen Sermons","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis rare manuscript was obtained from the collection of manuscripts of the Vatican Library. So far as is known, it is the only copy of this work remaining in existence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe introduction reads as follows: Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Gilani (may Allah, the Independent Sovereign, ennoble him) wrote this Summary of Religious Knowledge [Mukhtasar fi 'Ilm ad-Din] for the benefit of worshipful servants ['abidin] and followers of the spiritual path [salikin].\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe designed it to include two aspects, so that anyone who put it into practise would be equipped with a pair of wings. Allah is the Guide to the path of correctness, and to Him is the return and the journey home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSection 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The science of the Sacred Law [Shari'a] deals with general principles and specific details concerning religious duty, under seven chapter headings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSection 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e The second section is concerned with knowledge of the Spiritual Path [tariqa], which is like a sheltered kernel, while the Sacred Law [Shari'a] is like a shell that keeps it safe and sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThat is why Hadhrat 'Ali ibn Abi Talib (may Allah be well pleased with him) once said: \"\u003cspan style=\"color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll the spiritual paths [Turuq] are closed to people, apart from those who follow the command of Allah's Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaikh 'Abd al-Qadir is widely known by the honorific, 'the Sultan of the Saints (awliya) of Allah'. In the history of the Saints of Islam, Shaikh Abd al-Qadir stands out as being unique, in the broad scope of perfection that includes his lineage, his complete development, piety, knowledge of the religion and adherence to the Sacred Law (Sharia), his intimate and direct knowledge of the Divine, and his establishment by the Lord of All the Worlds at the level of Reality (Haqiqa). Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir lived almost a thousand years ago, but his words transcend the time and place in which they were recorded to span the centuries without difficulty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eRevered to this day as the supreme spiritual helper (al-Ghawth al-A'zam) the Shaikh addresses his audience at a level that bypasses the heart and mind. His discourses are justly ranked among the most beautiful oratory the world has ever known.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIt is justly described as a \"towering figure\" in the history of Islam. He was born in the Iranian town of Tus, studied Islamic law and theology at the Seljuq college in Nishapur, and became a distinguished professor at the famous Nizamiyya University in Baghdad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDespite his glittering success, he was inwardly dissatisfied, so he abandoned his career for the life of hardship, abstinence and devotion to worship. During ten years of wandering, he experienced a spiritual transformation, in which the Truth came to him at last, as something received rather than acquired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBlessed with an inner certainty, he then applied his outstanding faculties and vast learning to the task of revitalizing the whole Islamic tradition. Through his direct personal contacts, and through his many writings, he showed how every element in that tradition could and should be turned to its true purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam. His freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673479823668,"sku":"AB015","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Summary-of-Religious-Knowledge-_Mukhtasar-fi-Ilm-ad-Din_-And-Pearls-of-The-Heart_-Eighteen-Sermons-Al-Baz-Publishing-40066543.jpg?v=1780408588"},{"product_id":"the-path-of-the-worshipful-servants","title":"Minhaj al-Abidin ila Jannati Rabbi'l-Alamin: The Path of the Worshipful Servants to the Garden of the Lord of All the Worlds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe author tells us how he implored Allah “to make it possible for me to compose a book—one that would meet with unanimous approval, and the reading of which would result in positive benefit—and He inspired me with a marvelous arrangement, the like of which I did not recall in any of the previous compositions dealing with the secrets of religious practices.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"We therefore looked into the subject of worshipful service, and made a careful study of its path, from its beginnings to its destinations, which are the desired goals of its travelers. It is indeed a rugged path and a hard road, fraught with many obstacles, serious hardships, remote distances, enormous difficulties, frequent hindrances and impediments. It is beset with deadly perils and interruptions, abounding in enemies and highway robbers, and offering very few companions and followers. This is exactly how it needs to be, since it is the path of the Garden of Paradise...\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e He also said, “Worshipful service is the fruit of knowledge, the benefit of life, the income of strong servants, the stock-in-trade of the saints [awliya'], the path of the truly devout, the allotted portion of the mighty, the goal of those endowed with aspiration, the emblem of the noble, the vocation of real men, and the choice of those with faculties of vision. It is the way of good fortune and the path [minhaj] of the Garden of Paradise.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/29-imam-al-ghazali\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eImam Abu Hamid Muhammad Al-Ghazali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was born in 450 AH (1058 A.D) in the Iranian town of Tus, studied Islamic law and theology at the Seljuq College in Nishapur, and became a distinguished professor at the famous Nizamiyya University in Baghdad.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Despite his glittering success, he was inwardly dissatisfied, so he abandoned his career for the life of hardship, abstinence and devotion to worship. During ten years of wandering, he experienced a spiritual transformation, in which the Truth came to him at last, as something received rather than acquired.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Blessed with an inner certainty, he then applied his outstanding faculties and vast learning to the task of revitalizing the whole Islamic tradition. Through his direct personal contacts, and through his many writings, he showed how every element in that tradition could and should be turned to its true purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam al-Ghazali was fondly referred to as the \"Hujjat-ul-lslam\", Proof of Islam, he is honored as a scholar and a saint by learned men all over the world and is generally acclaimed as the most influential thinker of the Classical period of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe passed away in 505 AH (1111 A.D).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673480020276,"sku":"AB016","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Minhaj-al-Abidin-ila-Jannati-Rabbi_l-Alamin_-The-Path-of-the-Worshipful-Servants-to-the-Garden-of-the-Lord-of-All-the-Worlds-Al-Baz-Publishing-40067511.jpg?v=1780392186"},{"product_id":"commentary-on-revelations-of-the-unseen-sharh-futuh-al-ghaib","title":"Sharh Futuh al-Ghaib: Commentary on Revelations of the Unseen Concerning The Discourses of Shaikh Abd Al-Qadir Al-Jilani","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"This is a commentary by the famous Imam on the Futuh al-Ghaib, a collection of 78 discourses by Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani. In it is to be found the clear approval that the Imam had for the Sufi path, provided that the commandments of the Sacred Law (Shari'a) are faithfully observed. In it Ibn Taimiyya extols several of the great Sufi saints (awliya'), and elucidates many of the discourses of Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis may surprise those who have been informed that Imam ibn Taimiyya was opposed to Sufism and was hostile to it. It is a fact that the Imam himself was a sufi, having taken the cloak (khirqa) of the Qadiris from Abi ibn Qudama who received it from Imam Muwaffaq ibn Qudama. As he said himself, 'There are but two between me and Shaikh 'Abd al-Qadir,' \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaykh al-Islam Taqi ud-Din Abu'l-Abbas Ahmad Ibn al-Halim ibn Abd al-Salam Ibn Taymiyyah al-Hanbali was born in, 661 AH (1263 AC) in Haran, which is now in Eastern Turkey, near the border of northern Iraq.. His family had long been renowned for its learning , among his teachers, was Shams ud-Din Al-Maqdisi, first Hanbali Chief Justice of Syria following the reform of the judiciary by Baibars. The number of Ibn Taymiyyah's teachers exceeds two hundred. Ibn Taymiyyah was barely seventeen, when Qadi Al-Maqdisi authorized him to issue Fatwa (legal verdict). Qadi remembered with pride that it was he who had first permitted an intelligent and learned man like Ibn Taymiyyah to give Fatwa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt the same age, he started delivering lectures. When he was thirty, he was offered the office of Chief Justice, but refused, as he could not persuade himself to follow the limitations imposed by the authorities. Imam Ibn Taymiyyah's education was essentially that of a Hanbali theologian and jurisconsult. But to his knowledge of early and classical Hanbalism, he added not only that of the other schools of jurisprudence but also that of other literature. He had an extensive knowledge of Quran, Sunnah, Greek philosophy, Islamic history, and religious books of others, as is evident from the variety of the books he wrote.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673480184116,"sku":"AB017","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Sharh-Futuh-al-Ghaib_-Commentary-on-Revelations-of-the-Unseen-Concerning-The-Discourses-of-Shaikh-Abd-Al-Qadir-Al-Jilani-Al-Baz-Publishing-40067760.jpg?v=1780401508"},{"product_id":"the-savior-from-error-al-munqidh-mina-d-dalal","title":"The Savior from Error (Al-Munqidh mina 'd-Dalal)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the 'spiritual autobiography' of the great Imam al-Ghazali, and describes what caused him to leave fame and fortune to undertake the spiritual path. In it, besides providing a personal history and describing the key events which led to this and flowed from it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam al-Ghazali takes time to repudiate the methods and logic of the philosophers and the esotericists (batiniyya) and the principles of sophistry. Lastly, he provides a section on the Reality of Prophethood and the urgent need all people have for it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam Abu Hamid Muhammad Al-Ghazali was born in 450 AH (1058 A.D) in the Iranian town of Tus, studied Islamic law and theology at the Seljuq College in Nishapur, and became a distinguished professor at the famous Nizamiyya University in Baghdad.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Despite his glittering success, he was inwardly dissatisfied, so he abandoned his career for the life of hardship, abstinence and devotion to worship. During ten years of wandering, he experienced a spiritual transformation, in which the Truth came to him at last, as something received rather than acquired.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Blessed with an inner certainty, he then applied his outstanding faculties and vast learning to the task of revitalizing the whole Islamic tradition. Through his direct personal contacts, and through his many writings, he showed how every element in that tradition could and should be turned to its true purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam al-Ghazzali was fondly referred to as the \"Hujjat-ul-lslam\", Proof of Islam, he is honoured as a scholar and a saint by learned men all over the world and is generally acclaimed as the most influential thinker of the Classical period of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe passed away in 505 AH (1111 A.D).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhtar Holland was born in 1935, in the ancient city of Durham in the North East of England. This statement may be considered anachronistic, however, since he did not bear the name Muhtar until 1969, when he was moved-by powerful experiences in the latihan kejiwaan of Subud-to embrace the religion of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis freelance activities have mostly been devoted to writing and translating in various parts of the world, including Scotland and California. He made his Pilgrimage [Hajj] to Mecca in 1980.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Al-Baz Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673480282420,"sku":"AB018","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Savior-from-Error-_Al-Munqidh-mina-_d-Dalal_-Al-Baz-Publishing-40069068.jpg?v=1780408585"},{"product_id":"sea-without-shore-a-manual-of-the-sufi-path","title":"Sea Without Shore: A Manual of the Sufi Path","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSea Without Shore is a practical manual for those traveling the path of Sufism or Islamic mysticism, which strives, in Junayd's words, \"to separate the Beginninglessly Eternal from that which originates in time,\" in a word, to be with the Divine without any relation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe book opens with narratives of Sufis met by the author in Syria, Jordan, and Turkey whose lives exemplified the knowledge and practice of the Sufi path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe second part is a complete handbook of the method and rule of the Shadhili order of Sufism, transmitted to the author by his spiritual mentor, Sheikh 'Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri 'from devotions, dhikr or invocation,' and metaphysical doctrine, to how a Sufi lives, marries and earns a living in the modern world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eA third part treats wider theological questions such as other faiths and mysticism, universalism and the finality of Islam, the promise of God to Jews and Christians, evolution and religion, and divine Wisdom and Justice in the face of human suffering. The book provides an indelible portrait of a vibrant mystical tradition spanning seven and a half centuries of endeavor to know the Divine without any other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNuh Ha Mim Keller is an American convert to Islam. He is a translator of Islamic books and a specialist in Islamic law, as well as being authorized by Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri as a sheikh in sufism in the Shadhili Order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673480773940,"sku":"AMP000","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Sea-Without-Shore_-A-Manual-of-the-Sufi-Path-Amana-Publications-40070058.jpg?v=1780401095"},{"product_id":"birgivi-s-manual-interpretted-complete-fiqh-of-menstruation-related-issues","title":"Birgivi's Manual Interpreted: Complete Fiqh of Menstruation \u0026 Related Issues","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBirgivi's Manual Interpreted is the explanative translation of a major Islamic legal work on menstruation, lochia, and related issues. Answering hundreds of questions needed by the Muslim woman practicing her din, this book provides accurate information and practical arrangement of charts and texts making it an important reference for every Muslim family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe primary text, Dhukhr al-Muta'ahhilin [Treasure for Those with Families] by Imam Muhammad al-Birgivi (d. 981\/1573) is the most authoritative work on menstruation in the Hanafi school, which the majority of Muslims follow. The work has been commentated upon by a number of traditional scholars, the best of whom is Imam Ibn 'Abidin, the central scholar of the late Hanafi school.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe text and its commentaries have been studied by Hedaya Hartford and Ashraf Muneeb under various \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_39 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" data-gr-id=\"39\" id=\"39\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003esheikhs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e from Syria and Turkey, among them Sheikh Muhammad Amin Siraj of Turkey, a traditional Hanafi scholar who has an unbroken chain to Imam al-Birgivi himself. Sheikh Siraj gave Hartford and Muneeb his authorization to teach this volume in a written ijaza that attests, in his words, to their \"full comprehension and meticulous understanding\" of the work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBorn Muhammad ibn Pir Ali, in \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Balikesir\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Balikesir\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eBalikesir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Turkey\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Turkey\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eTurkey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, in 1522, Muhammad was sent to \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Istanbul\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Istanbul\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to study \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Theology\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Theology\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003etheology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e as a young man. Later, he studied law under the Chief Military Judge of the Ottoman Empire. He became a \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dervish\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Dervish\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003edervish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and attached himself to a \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sufi\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sufi\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eSufi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e master of the order of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_29 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" data-gr-id=\"29\" id=\"29\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBayramiyyah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAfter working as a judge for a short period, Birgivi became an \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ascetic\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ascetic\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eascetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e; resigning from his government post and returning his salary. However, his master instructed him to become a teacher of religion and morals (and to write) instead. Through the gift of a \u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Patron\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Patron\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003epatron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, a school was built in the city of Birgiv and Muhammad ran it. Now known as Imam Birgivi, his fame quickly spread as a result of his school and the twenty-seven books he published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBirgivi and his disciples were vocal critics of corruption within the Empire and without, particularly decrying the twisting of Islamic teachings for the benefit of the rich. At one point Birgivi traveled to the capital of the Empire and personally took the Prime Minister to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_32 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins doubleReplace replaceWithoutSep\" data-gr-id=\"32\" id=\"32\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003etask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e. This reprimand was taken well by the Minister, who consulted him on how to cure the degeneration of the Islamic virtues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eImam Birgivi lived in the small town of Birgiv until his death from the plague at the age of fifty-one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eUstadha Hedaya Hartford is known for her Sharia expertise on women’s issues regarding the fiqh of menstruation, lochia, marriage, divorce, and modern social issues. Born and raised in California, she holds a Bachelors of Arts in Arabic and Islamic History \u0026amp; Culture from the University of California, Berkeley. She converted to Islam in 1981.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673481363764,"sku":"AMP001","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Birgivi_s-Manual-Interpreted_-Complete-Fiqh-of-Menstruation-_-Related-Issues-Amana-Publications-40071178.jpg?v=1780385886"},{"product_id":"al-maqasid-imam-nawawi-s-manual-of-islam","title":"Al-Maqasid: Imam Nawawi's Manual of Islam - Revised and Expanded Edition","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eLong sold out in North America, al-Maqasid: Nawawi’s Manual of Islam is widely considered the best medium-size handbook available in English for teaching the basics of Islam from a traditional perspective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis new edition has been revised and updated with a full complement of notes on a number of contemporary Muslim issues, and three major essays have been appended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe prayers and invocations given in the text have been fully transliterated and their Arabic texts printed in the back. With its almost one hundred new pages, this second edition includes an extensive subject index that lets readers easily locate the answers they are looking for about Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbu Zakaria Mohiuddin Yahya Ibn Sharaf al-Nawawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1233–1277), popularly known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eal-Nawawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ean-Nawawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImam Nawawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (631–676 A.H. \/ 1234–1277 CE), was a Sunni Muslim author on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiqh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHadith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e His position on legal matters is considered the authoritative one in the Shafi'i Madhab. He was born at Nawa near Damascus, Syria. As with many Arabic and Semitic names, the last part of his name refers to his hometown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe studied in Damascus from the age of 18 and after making the pilgrimage in 1253 he settled there as a private scholar. From a young age he showed signs of great intelligence, and so his father paid for a good education. As a judge, he was much sought after for advice and adjudication of disputes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring his life of 45 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehe wrote many books on Islamic studies and other topics. He collected and sourced 42 Hadith of the Islamic prophet, Mohammed back to one of his companions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-b5428c74-7fff-dd65-ace3-3ca16ea41656\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1267 he succeeded Abu Shama as professor of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHadith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the Ashrafiyya [school] in the city. He died at Nawa at a relatively young age, having never married.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNuh Ha Mim Keller is an American convert to Islam. He is a translator of Islamic books and a specialist in Islamic law, as well as being authorized by Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri as a sheikh in Sufism in the Shadhili Order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673481625908,"sku":"AMP002","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Al-Maqasid_-Imam-Nawawi_s-Manual-of-Islam-Revised-and-Expanded-Edition-Amana-Publications-40072280.jpg?v=1780390640"},{"product_id":"port-in-a-storm-a-fiqh-solution-to-the-qibla-of-north-america","title":"Port In A Storm: A Fiqh Solution To The Qibla Of North America","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe qibla is the noblest of directions. 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He is a translator of Islamic books and a specialist in Islamic law, as well as being \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_25 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" data-gr-id=\"25\" id=\"25\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eauthorized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e by Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_26 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" data-gr-id=\"26\" id=\"26\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003esheikh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cg class=\"gr_ gr_28 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" data-gr-id=\"28\" id=\"28\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003esufism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/g\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e in the Shadhili Order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe studied philosophy and Arabic at the University of Chicago, located in Chicago, Illinois, and the University of California, Los Angeles, located in Los Angeles, California. Keller converted to Islam from Christianity in 1977. Currently, Keller lives in Amman, Jordan. Keller is a Sufi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis English translation of Umdat al-Salik, Reliance of the Traveler, (Sunna Books, 1991) is a Shafi'i manual of Shariah. It is the first Islamic legal work in a European language to receive the certification of Al-Azhar University. This translation has led to this work becoming influential among Western Muslims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673482117428,"sku":"AMP004","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Port-In-A-Storm_-A-Fiqh-Solution-To-The-Qibla-Of-North-America-Amana-Publications-40073053.jpg?v=1780395137"},{"product_id":"meeting-the-challenge-of-parenting-in-the-west-an-islamic-perspective","title":"Meeting the Challenge of Parenting in the West: An Islamic Perspective","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book covers most of the social issues related to parents, husbands, wives, and children. It is beneficial for all members of the family, those starting out on family life and those families which have already developed as a basic unity of society.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDr. Ekram Beshir is a medical doctor by profession. She was born in Egypt and has been living in Canada since 1975.While raising her four children, she has developed excellent knowledge of and experience in child psychology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCurrently, she is volunteering her time as the director of Rahmah school in Ottawa, Canada, a weekend Arabic and Islamic school. She is very active with the Muslim community in Ottawa in the areas of study circles, children and youth camps, sisters programs, and marriage counselling. She has traveled within North America presenting parenting and stress management to Muslim communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673482445108,"sku":"AMP007","price":11.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Meeting-the-Challenge-of-Parenting-in-the-West_-An-Islamic-Perspective-Amana-Publications-40075324.jpg?v=1780391306"},{"product_id":"parenting-skills-based-on-the-quran-and-sunnah","title":"Parenting Skills: Based on The Qur’an and Sunnah","description":"\u003cp class=\"grid_9\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"grid_9\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Beshirs, a wife\/husband team, who co-authored two best-selling books on parenting Meeting the Challenge of Parenting in the West, an Islamic Perspective and Muslim Teens and Blissful Marriage: A Practical Islamic Guide have conducted very successful workshops on parenting skills for Muslim families in North America and overseas. In this book they present the workable skills that parents participating in these workshops have found most rewarding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\"Very professional, well researched, and pretty lively. Where were you 16 years ago? I wish I could start all over with the knowledge I gained from your workshop.\" An attendee from South Africa. \"It was a very joyful experience. I learned so much more than I ever expected. An amazing and thought provoking workshop.\" An attendee from Toronto, Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 class=\"grid_9\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"grid_9\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr. Ekram Beshir\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medical doctor by profession. She was born in Egypt and has been living in Canada since 1975.While raising her four children, she has developed excellent knowledge of and experience in child psychology. Currently, she is volunteering her time as the director of Rahmah school in Ottawa, Canada, a weekend Arabic and Islamic school. She is very active with the Muslim community in Ottawa in the areas of study circles, children and youth camps, sisters programs, and marriage counselling. She has traveled within North America presenting parenting and stress management to Muslim communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"grid_9\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr. Mohamed Beshir\u003c\/strong\u003e is an engineer by profession. He has over 20 years of experience in da'wah work-having held various positions with MSA and ISNA on both the national and local levels, and participated as a speaker in ISNA conventions as well as the English program of MAYA conventions. He may be seen regularly delivering Friday Khutbahs in Ottawa-area mosques and Islamic schools. He is the current vice president of Muslim American Society(MAS) for Canada (a society that promotes self-improvement and dedication to Islamic work) and a member of its training programs to Muslim communities in North and South America in the areas of time management from the Islamic perspective, strategic planning, and tarbiyah. He has traveled all over the world participating in various Islamic workshops and programs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673482936628,"sku":"AMP008","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Parenting-Skills_-Based-on-The-Qur_an-and-Sunnah-Amana-Publications-40076687.jpg?v=1780394771"},{"product_id":"reliance-of-the-traveler-a-classic-manual-of-islamic-sacred-law","title":"Reliance of the Traveler : A Classic Manual of Islamic Sacred Law","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe new edition of the in-depth manual of Islamic law based on the Shafi'i school of thought, with a detailed index and commentary on specific rulings. 1,200 pages in an exceptional binding with Arabic and facing English text in two column format with occasional diagrams. 'Umdat al-Salik wa 'Uddat al-Nasik (Reliance of the Traveler and tools of the Worshiper) is a classic manual of fiqh. It represents the fiqh rulings according to the Shafi'i school of jurisprudence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe appendices form an integral part of the book and present original texts and translations from classic works by prominent scholars such as al-Ghazali, Ibn Qudamah, al-Nawawi, al-Qurturbi, al-Dhahabi, Ibn Hajar and other, on topics of Islamic law, faith, spirituality, Qur'anic exegesis and Hadith sciences. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIt has also biographical notes about every person mentioned (391 biographies), bibliography of each work cited (136 works), and a detailed subject index (95 pages). 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The sections and paragraphs have been numbered to facilitate cross-reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 9px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: baseline; color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003eNuh Ha Mim Keller is an American convert to Islam. He is a translator of Islamic books and a specialist in Islamic law, as well as being authorized by Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri as a sheikh in sufism in the Shadhili Order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amana Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673485656372,"sku":"AMP013","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Reliance.png?v=1780397635"},{"product_id":"answers-to-frequently-asked-questions-on-parenting-part-1","title":"Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on Parenting (Part 1)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book is the first in a series that contains detailed answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the hot topic of parenting in North America. Because some of these questions have been raised more than once in recent years, we feel that they represent crucial issues of concern occupying the minds of many parents. Making these answers available in a written format will hopefully provide Muslim parents with the proper advice supported by the Qur'an and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe methodology used in answering these questions draws heavily on verses of the Qur'an, teachings of the Prophet (pbuh), and events in his seerah, as well as the authors' wealth of practical experience, gained from their countless parenting counseling sessions over the years, and their knowledge of child psychology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDr. Ekram Beshir is a medical doctor by profession. 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The methodology used in answering these questions draws heavily on verses of the Qur'an, teachings of Prophet Muhammad SAAW, and events in his Seerah, as well as the authors' wealth of practical experience, gained from their countless parenting counseling sessions over the years, and their knowledge of child psychology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr. Ekram Beshir\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medical doctor by profession. 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His spiritual mentor in Fes was Mohammed ibn Qasim al-Tamimi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eLater in 604 AH, he returned to Mecca where he continued to study and write, spending his time with his friend Abū Shujā bin Rustem and family, including the beautiful Niẓām (II, 376; Hirtenstein 181). The next 4 to 5 years of Ibn ‘Arabī’s life were spent in these lands and he also kept traveling and holding the reading sessions of his works in his own presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDr Suha Taji-Farouki is a specialist in modern Islamic thought. She obtained her Ph.D. in Islamic Studies and Middle Eastern Politics from the University of Exeter in 1993. She is Lecturer in Modern Islam at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter, and a Research Associate at the Institute of Ismaili Studies, London.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShe has been a Lecturer in Modern Islam at the Centre for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies at the University of Durham. She has also served as the Secretary of the European Association for Middle Eastern Studies. 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Falling into three categories, the first 40 sayings each have a full, unbroken chain of transmission that goes back to God through the medium of the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eProphet Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe second category are sayings mostly taken from well-known written collections. The final section is drawn from similar books, with Ibn 'Arabi adding one extra hadith, orally transmitted. Comprised of a full introduction explaining the meaning of Hadith, the text stresses the importance of this tradition in Ibn 'Arabi's writing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/31-ibn-arabi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMuhyiddin ibn Arabi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (25 July 1165 – 8 November 1240) was an Arab Andalusian Sufi mystic and philosopher. He is renowned by some practitioners of Sufism as \"the greatest master\" and also as a genuine saint. Ibn ‘Arabī’s intellectual training began in Seville in 578 AH. Most of his teachers were the clergy of the Almohad era and some of them held the official posts of Qadir or Khatib. His spiritual mentor in Fes was Mohammed ibn Qasim al-Tamimi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eLater in 604 AH he returned to Mecca where he continued to study and write, spending his time with his friend Abū Shujā bin Rustem and family, including the beautiful Niẓām (II, 376; Hirtenstein 181). The next 4 to 5 years of Ibn ‘Arabī’s life were spent in these lands and he also kept traveling and holding the reading sessions of his works in his own presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eStephen Hirtenstein has been editor of the Journal of the Muhyiddin Ibn ʿArabi Society since its inception in 1982 and is a co-founder of Anqa Publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe read History at King's College, Cambridge, and then studied at the Beshara School of Intensive Esoteric Education in Gloucestershire and Scotland. After a teaching career, he began writing and giving talks on Ibn ʿArabi's thoughts at conferences across the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn addition to lecturing and writing, he organizes and leads tours in the footsteps of Ibn ʿArabi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe currently works as a Senior Editor for the Institute of Ismaili Studies in London and lives in Oxford. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Anqa Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673496076596,"sku":"ANQ002","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Divine-Sayings_-101-Hadith-Qudsi-_The-Mishkat-al-Anwar-of-Ibn-_Arabi_-Anqa-Publishing-40082165.jpg?v=1780381981"},{"product_id":"the-seven-days-of-the-heart-prayers-for-the-nights-and-days-of-the-week","title":"The Seven Days of the Heart: Prayers for the Nights and Days of the Week","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eProviding a precious glimpse into the real practice of the mystical life within the Sufi tradition, this volume marks the first time any of Ibn ‘Arabi's prayers have been translated into another language.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe 14 prayers include not only the most astounding expressions of devotion and contemplation, but also an unparalleled depth of knowledge of union. The very structure of the prayers is itself a mode of contemplation, making for a unique spiritual experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMystic, philosopher, poet, sage, Muhammad b. Ali Ibn 'Arabi is one of the world's great spiritual teachers. 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He travelled extensively in the Islamic world and died in Damascus in 1240 AD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe wrote over 350 works including the Fusûs al-Hikam, an exposition of the inner meaning of the wisdom of the prophets in the Judaic\/ Christian\/ Islamic line, and the Futûhât al-Makkiyya, a vast encyclopaedia of spiritual knowledge which unites and distinguishes the three strands of tradition, reason and mystical insight. In his Diwân and Tarjumân al-Ashwâq he also wrote some of the finest poetry in the Arabic language. These extensive writings provide a beautiful exposition of the Unity of Being, the single and indivisible reality which simultaneously transcends and is manifested in all the images of the world. 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Bilal Kuspinar is the author of 'Ibn Sina’da Bilgi Teorisi' and 'Isma'Il Ankaravi on the Illuminative Philosophy'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe is a professor in history of philosophy in the College of Arts, Science, and Education as well as director of the Center for Accreditation and Quality Assurance at Ahlia University, Bahrain. He specializes in medieval Islamic philosophy and mysticism, especially within the context of Ottoman intellectual history. He lives in Montreal, Quebec.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eProfessor Bilal Kuspinar is Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Director of the International Rumi Centre for the Study of Civilization at the Necmettin Erbakan University. He was previously Professor at the Ahlia University in Bahrain. He received his B.A. in Theology from Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey (1983); an M.Sc. in History of Science, Philosophy and Logic from the Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey (1987); and two Ph.D. degrees, one from Selcuk University (1991), the other from McGill University, Montreal, Canada (1995).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe taught many graduate and undergraduate courses and supervised theses and dissertations at various academic institutions, such as Selcuk University, the International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, McGill University and Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. Prof. Kuspinar has participated in more than 30 international symposiums and conferences and presented more than 20 papers. He is the member of the Advisory Board of several academic journals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eProf. Kuspinar has contributed to his field with more than 30 publications. He is the author of two books: Isma‘il Ankaravi on the Illuminative Philosophy (1996) and Ibn Sina’da Bilgi Teorisi (Avicenna’s Theory of Knowledge) 2nd ed. (2001).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anqa Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673498599732,"sku":"ANQ006","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Lamp-of-Mysteries_-A-Commentary-on-the-Light-Verse-of-the-Quran-Anqa-Publishing-40083043.jpg?v=1780405844"},{"product_id":"the-four-pillars-of-spiritual-transformation-the-adornment-of-the-spiritually-transformed-hilyat-al-abdal","title":"The Four Pillars of Spiritual Transformation: The Adornment of the Spiritually Transformed (Hilyat al-abdal)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the first English translation of Ibn 'Arabi’s Hilyat al-abdal, a short work which he wrote in the space of an hour during his Meccan period as something that would be ‘of assistance for those on the Path to true happiness’. Beginning with an anecdote concerning one of his Andalusian companions, Ibn ʿArabi proceeds to explain the exterior qualities of the spiritually transformed (\u003cem\u003eabdāl\u003c\/em\u003e). He particularly focuses on the four essential prerequisites of spiritual discipline: silence, seclusion, hunger and vigilance, describing how these appear among both aspirants and the spiritually realised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fieldset-wrapper\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-summary field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOne of the most popular of his short works, the \u003cem\u003eHilyat al-abdal \u003c\/em\u003ewas much copied, and this book includes the first critical edition of the text based on the best manuscripts, including one written in Malatya during the author’s lifetime. In addition, it provides a substantial introduction on the \u003cem\u003eabdal\u003c\/em\u003e saints, and a translation of Chapter 53 from the Futuhat al-Makkiyya, which deals with the same subject-matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMystic, philosopher, poet, sage, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/31-ibn-arabi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMuhammad b. Ali Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the world's great spiritual teachers. Known as Muhyiddin (the Revivifier of Religion) and the Shaykh al-Akbar (the Greatest Master), he was born in 560 AH (1165 AD) into the Moorish culture of Andalusian Spain, the centre of an extraordinary flourishing and cross-fertilization of Jewish, Christian and Islamic thought, through which the major scientific and philosophical works of antiquity were transmitted to Northern Europe. Ibn 'Arabi's spiritual attainments were evident from an early age, and he was renowned for his great visionary capacity as well as being a superlative teacher. He travelled extensively in the Islamic world and died in Damascus in 1240 AD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe wrote over 350 works including the Fusûs al-Hikam, an exposition of the inner meaning of the wisdom of the prophets in the Judaic\/ Christian\/ Islamic line, and the Futûhât al-Makkiyya, a vast encyclopaedia of spiritual knowledge which unites and distinguishes the three strands of tradition, reason and mystical insight. In his Diwân and Tarjumân al-Ashwâq he also wrote some of the finest poetry in the Arabic language. These extensive writings provide a beautiful exposition of the Unity of Being, the single and indivisible reality which simultaneously transcends and is manifested in all the images of the world. Ibn 'Arabi shows how Man, in perfection, is the complete image of this reality and how those who truly know their essential self, know God.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFirmly rooted in the Quran, his work is universal, accepting that each person has a unique path to the truth, which unites all paths in itself. He has profoundly influenced the development of Islam since his time, as well as significant aspects of the philosophy and literature of the West. His wisdom has much to offer us in the modern world in terms of understanding what it means to be human.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eStephen Hirtenstein has been editor of the Journal of the Muhyiddin Ibn ʿArabi Society since its inception in 1982, and is a co-founder of Anqa Publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe read History at King's College, Cambridge, and then studied at the Beshara School of Intensive Esoteric Education in Gloucestershire and Scotland. After a teaching career, he began writing and giving talks on Ibn ʿArabi's thought at conferences across the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn addition to lecturing and writing, he organises and leads tours in the footsteps of Ibn ʿArabi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe currently works as a Senior Editor for the Institute of Ismaili Studies in London, and lives in Oxford.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anqa Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673499648308,"sku":"ANQ007","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Four-Pillars-of-Spiritual-Transformation_-The-Adornment-of-the-Spiritually-Transformed-_Hilyat-al-abdal_-Anqa-Publishing-40083231.jpg?v=1780404249"},{"product_id":"contemplation-of-the-holy-mysteries-the-mashahid-al-asrar-of-ibn-arabi","title":"Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries: The Mashahid al-asrar of Ibn 'Arabi","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOne of Ibn ʿArabi's first compositions, the Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries (Mashahid al-asrar al-qudsiyya) is a major work of mystical literature. It was written in Andalusia in 1194 (590 AH).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIt consists of a series of 14 visions, in the form of dramatic conversations with the Divine, interspersed with dazzling visionary episodes. The style is similar to that of the Mawaqif of al-Niffari, the famous tenth-century Iraqi saint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThese contemplations are full of astounding insights into the nature of existence, our relationship with Reality, and the way to achieve true happiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe English translation has been prepared by Pablo Beneito (who edited the original Arabic text) and Cecilia Twinch. It includes a full introduction, and notes based on the commentary of one of Ibn 'Arabi's disciples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eYou are yourself the cloud veiling your own sun! So recognize the essential Reality of your being!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMystic, philosopher, poet, sage, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/31-ibn-arabi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eMuhammad b. Ali Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the world's great spiritual teachers. Known as Muhyiddin (the Revivifier of Religion) and the Shaykh al-Akbar (the Greatest Master), he was born in 560 AH (1165 AD) into the Moorish culture of Andalusian Spain, the centre of an extraordinary flourishing and cross-fertilization of Jewish, Christian and Islamic thought, through which the major scientific and philosophical works of antiquity were transmitted to Northern Europe. Ibn 'Arabi's spiritual attainments were evident from an early age, and he was renowned for his great visionary capacity as well as being a superlative teacher. He travelled extensively in the Islamic world and died in Damascus in 1240 AD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe wrote over 350 works including the Fusûs al-Hikam, an exposition of the inner meaning of the wisdom of the prophets in the Judaic\/ Christian\/ Islamic line, and the Futûhât al-Makkiyya, a vast encyclopaedia of spiritual knowledge which unites and distinguishes the three strands of tradition, reason and mystical insight. In his Diwân and Tarjumân al-Ashwâq he also wrote some of the finest poetry in the Arabic language. These extensive writings provide a beautiful exposition of the Unity of Being, the single and indivisible reality which simultaneously transcends and is manifested in all the images of the world. Ibn 'Arabi shows how Man, in perfection, is the complete image of this reality and how those who truly know their essential self, know God.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFirmly rooted in the Quran, his work is universal, accepting that each person has a unique path to the truth, which unites all paths in itself. He has profoundly influenced the development of Islam since his time, as well as significant aspects of the philosophy and literature of the West. His wisdom has much to offer us in the modern world in terms of understanding what it means to be human.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCecilia Twinch\u003c\/strong\u003e first came across Ibn ʿArabi and Rumi when she was studying Modern and Medieval Languages (Spanish and French) at Cambridge University. Books donated by the Ibn ʿArabi and Rumi scholar R.A. Nicholson and his student A.J. Arberry, complete with handwritten annotations in the margins, were then on display on the open shelves in the University Library. At the same time, she also became involved with what became known as Beshara and benefited from the advice and wisdom of Bulent Rauf, who was the co-founder of the Muhyiddin Ibn ʿArabi Society.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShe now lives in Oxford and is a Senior Research Fellow of the Muhyiddin Ibn ʿArabi Society.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBesides working as a teacher, translator and editor, she has written numerous articles and has lectured on Ibn ‘Arabi and mysticism worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn addition to Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries, her publications include Know Yourself: An explanation of the oneness of being (translated from Arabic manuscripts attributed to Ibn ʿArabi and to Awhad al-din Balyani). She is particularly interested in bringing alive the universal relevance of Ibn ʿArabi’s ideas in the world today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePablo Beneito\u003c\/strong\u003e is currently Professor at the Department of Translation and Interpreting in the Faculty of Letters, University of Murcia, Spain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe has been studying the works of Ibn ʿArabi since he chose to do his doctorate in Arabic philology at the Complutense University of Madrid, after which he spent 9 years teaching at the University of Seville in the Department of Arab and Islamic Studies. He has also been a visiting professor at the Sorbonne in Paris (Ecole Pratique des Hauts Etudes), in Kyoto University (ASAFAS) and in Toledo (Escuela de Traductores).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAs a specialist in Sufi thought, he has given courses throughout the world, and helped organise more than 14 international conferences. He heads MIAS Latina, a branch of the Ibn ʿArabi Society for speakers of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe has edited and translated (into Spanish) Ibn ʿArabi’s Mashahid al-asrar and Kashf al-ma’na. 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Ibn ‘Arabi's teaching was brought to Britain by Bulent Rauf (d.1987), a descendant of the Ottoman elite, and discovered there by counterculture youth searching for new spiritual ways. Beshara is their joint legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe first detailed analysis of the adoption and adaptation of Ibn ‘Arabi's heritage by non-Muslims in the West, Beshara and Ibn ‘Arabi is a study of the movement's history, teachings and practices. It explores the interface between sufism and the New Age, and the broader contemporary encounter between Islam and the West. Investigating from a global perspective the impact of cultural transformations associated with modernization and globalization on religion, this timely volume concludes by tracing possible futures of sufi spirituality both in the West and in the Muslim world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book is essential reading for anyone interested in religious studies and the sociology of religion, Islamic studies and Sufism, and issues of cultural and spiritual dialogue between West and East.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDr Suha Taji-Farouki is a specialist in modern Islamic thought. She obtained her PhD in Islamic Studies and Middle Eastern Politics from the University of Exeter in 1993. She is Lecturer in Modern Islam at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter, and a Research Associate at the Institute of Ismaili Studies, London.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShe has been a Lecturer in Modern Islam at the Centre for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies at the University of Durham. She has also served as the Secretary of the European Association for Middle Eastern Studies. Dr Taji-Farouki is working on aspects of the legacy of Ibn Arabi in the 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Anqa Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673500893492,"sku":"ANQ009","price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Beshara-and-Ibn-_Arabi_-A-Movement-of-Sufi-Spirituality-in-the-Modern-World-Anqa-Publishing-40084294.jpg?v=1780382163"},{"product_id":"empire-and-the-crescent-the-global-implications-for-a-new-american-century","title":"Empire and the Crescent: The Global Implications for a New American Century","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eTimely, eye-opening and engaging. Essential read for those who are interested in understanding America's new imperial role in the Middle East.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe Empire \u0026amp; the Crescent invites readers to examine the role of the United States in world politics, and draws their attention to the dangers that open-ended and unchecked American power can cause to the world and ultimately, to itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eWith contributions from Hamza Yusuf, William Blum, Zaid Shakir, Edward Sherman, Barbara Metcalf, Abdal Hakim Murad and other eminent scholars and experts, this anthology offers a timely and authoritative perspective on the question of relations between the West and Islamic societies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Editor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDr. Aftab Ahmad Malik is an editor and author of The Broken Chain: Reflections upon the Neglect of a Tradition. His articles have appeared in a number of newspapers and magazines including, the BBC, The Muslim Weekly, and The Arab News. Ibrahim M. Abu Rabi' is a professor of Islamic studies and Christian-Muslim relations at Hartford Seminary in Hartford, Connecticut. He is also the co-editor of The Muslim World and the author of Intellectual Origins of Islamic Resurgence in the Modern Arab World.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForeword By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIbrahim M. Abu-Rabi‘ (1956-2011) was Professor and Edmonton Council of Muslim Communities Chair in Islamic Studies in the Department of History and Classics at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. His primary areas of academic specialization were the Middle East and International Relations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eProf. Abu-Rabi‘ earned his Ph.D. in Islamic Studies, with concentrations in Modern Islamic Thought and Comparative Islamic Cultures, from the Temple University Department of Religion in 1987. His dissertation was entitled, “Islam and Search for Social Order in Modern Egypt: An Intellectual Biography of Shaykh al-Azhar ‘Abd al-Halim Mahmud.” Prior to that, he earned a M.A. in Religious Studies from Temple University (1983) and an M.A. in Political Science from the University of Cincinnati (1982). Prof. Abu-Rabi‘ was born and attended primary and secondary schools in Nazareth, Galilee, Palestine\/Israel. He was fluent in English, Arabic, Hebrew, French, German, and Turkish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e-------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eReviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\".. a very useful look at key issues facing all of us today.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Barry Lando, former producer CBS 60 Minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"Timely, eye-opening and engaging. Essential read for those who are interested in understanding America's new imperial role in the Middle East and its future impact on the relationship between Islam and the Western world.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Dr Haifaa Jawad, Senior Lecturer in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, University of Birmingham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"…resonates with a commitment to common humanity by laying down a challenge to the extremism of the US Empire and to extremism in the Islamic world.The essays are powerful, extremely readable and significant in their content: ideal for the general reader and highly recommended for academic courses in world politics.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Dr. Eric Herring, Senior Lecturer in International Politics, University of Bristol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"This is one of the most important books to appear since September 11th..\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Mark Curtis, Author of Web of Deceit: Britain's Real Role in the World\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"As public-minded people around the globe strive to make sense of the times we are in--especially the nature and aims of American power in relation to the Middle East--this collection is an indispensable resource.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Wendy Brown, Professor of Political Science, University of California, Berkeley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"...a book that is compelling and authoritative.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—BBC Religion and Ethics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"...offers a chilling insight into the neo-conservative worldview and impact their proliferating think tanks have on present US policy.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Dr Philip Lewis, Author of, Islamic Britain: Religion, Politics and Identity Among British Muslims. Inter-faith Adviser to the Bishop of Bradford and lecturer in Bradford University Department of Peace Studies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"This is one of the most important books to appear since September 11th..\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e—Mark Curtis, Author of: Web of Deceit: Britain's Real Role in the World\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"Like their compatriots in the heartlands, it appears that Muslims in the West must, more than ever, take a double stand against the extremists in their midst and against the rise of the American hyper-power on the back of the ‘war on terrorism’, an approach admirably outlined by The Empire and the Crescent: Global Implications for a New American Century [...]\" —Muslim World Book Review, 24\/2, Winter 2004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\"The case for urgent re-evaluation and re-formulation of American foreign policy is made very eloquently\" —The Muslim News.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amal Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673505579316,"sku":"AP004","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Empire-and-the-Crescent_-The-Global-Implications-for-a-New-American-Century-Amal-Press-40086935.jpg?v=1780381033"},{"product_id":"initiating-and-upholding-an-islamic-marriage","title":"Initiating and Upholding an Islamic Marriage","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis Little book of Divine recipes, Islamic \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/16-family-and-marriage\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eMarriage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, draws from the works of several highly respected Muslim scholars. The book clarifies the Sacred Law on marriage, presents Prophetic teachings on the subject, and gives plain guidance for entering into a marriage, and sustaining it with happiness once inside it. At a time when successful marriages are definitely on the decline, this book offers healing and encouragement, and hope for the attainment of felicity and success in this life and the next. \"Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience, joined from years of study and counseling, Ustadha Hedaya Hartford not only identifies the causes of many contemporary marital problems, but she also addresses them with penetrating and practical solutions...\" \u003cstrong\u003e- Imam Zaid Shakir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eUstadha Hedaya Hartford is known for her Sharia expertise on women’s issues regarding the fiqh of menstruation, lochia, marriage, divorce, and modern social issues. Born and raised in California, she holds a Bachelors of Arts in Arabic and \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/84-islamic-history\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eIslamic History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u0026amp; Culture from the University of California, Berkeley. She converted to Islam in 1981.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn Egypt, Ustadha Hedaya studied for many years with Azhari scholars. She completed the second year of Shariah at al-Azhar; studied Hanafi fiqh with Dr. Abdul Aziz Izzat and Shaykh Fahmi Abdullah; and studied Aqida with Shaykh Abdul Aziz Batishti. In Damascus, Syria, she studied several books in Usul \u0026amp; Hanafi fiqh including the Risala al-Birgivi (Imam Birgivi’s manual on menstruation) with Shaykh Hassan al-Hindi; \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/80-hanafi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eHanafi fiqh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, hadith and hadith sciences with Shaykh Adnan Darwish; Hanafi fiqh including Risala al-Birgivi with Shaykh Abdul Rahman Arjan; and menstruation and related issues according to the Shafi’i madhab with Shaykh Hussein Darwish, Anisa Hanan Da’doosh and Dr. Mustafa Khin. In Amman, Jordan, she studies Hanafi fiqh with Shaykh Ahmad al-Jammal and tafsir with Shaykh Ali Hani.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AlFath Research and Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673507381556,"sku":"DF001","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Initiating-and-Upholding-an-Islamic-Marriage-AlFath-Research-and-Publishing-40087593.jpg?v=1780388342"},{"product_id":"the-african-caliphate-the-life-works-and-teaching-of-shaykh-usman-dan-fodio-1754-1817","title":"The African Caliphate: The Life, Works, and Teaching of Shaykh Usman Dan Fodio (1754-1817)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis scholarly work focuses on the establishment in 1809, in what is today Northern Nigeria, of the celebrated Sokoto caliphate, which may well have been the last re-establishment, anywhere in the world, of Islam in its entirety, comprising all its many and varied dimensions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAs well as giving the biography of the Shehu and a comprehensive account of the history of his movement, the book also provides an in-depth examination of his teaching and literary works. These factors are all inextricably interwoven since, in a way scarcely equaled by any other historical figure, the Shehu’s writings sparing directly out of the exigencies and requirements of his immediate situation and were what drove his movement foreword and gave it its momentum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAs will be seen, his sole inspiration and source of guidance in every instance were the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of his Messenger (pbuh) to such a point that he even died at exactly the same age. It is also astonishing how relevant the Shehu’s teachings are, in spite of the clear difference in both time and environment, to the situation of so many Muslims in the world today and the solution to many of the problems besetting Islam are clearly indicated within its pages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMalam Ibraheem Sulaiman teaches law at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria, and is a research fellow at the University’s Centre for Islamic Legal Studies, where he was the director for a decade. He has attended seminars and conferences in many different countries and presented papers on Islam, Shari’a and political matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Diwan Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673509216564,"sku":"DP001","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-African-Caliphate_-The-Life_-Works_-and-Teaching-of-Shaykh-Usman-Dan-Fodio-_1754-1817_-Diwan-Press-40088415.jpg?v=1780402342"},{"product_id":"banking-the-root-cause-of-the-injustices-of-our-time","title":"Banking : The Root Cause of the Injustices of Our Time","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe original 1987 Norwich seminar Usury: The Root Cause of the Injustices of Our Time, whose proceedings form the core of this work, had an extraordinary effect. After the endless analyses and altercations of left and right to which we were accustomed, here was an argument that went to the core of the matter in one bound, and yet did so with a degree of scholarship and indeed erudition that was not cavalier. The result was electric. It was also well before its time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book contains the texts of the original lectures as well as some contemporary material that updates it. The 80’s material was remarkably prescient, as the reader will discover. However, history has furnished us another opportunity – the catastrophic bank collapses of 2008 and the impending total systems shutdown of 2009 – to revisit this vital material and place it before the reader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eWhatever the result of the signal events of 2008-9 – a slide into depression, cataclysmic upheaval or a rebound into dynamic activity – the argument in this work still stands: Usury is demonstrably the motor of the injustices of our age. That is the bad news, whose necessary corollary, a delineation of the way out of our global predicament, this book explores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbdassamad Clarke is a scholar, author and commentator from Ulster and was formally educated at Edinburgh University in Mathematics and Physics, and in Cairo in Arabic and tajwid and other Islamic sciences. He accepted Islam at the hands of Shaykh Dr. Abdalqadir as-Sufi in 1973. In the 80s he was secretary to the Imam of the Dublin Mosque Shaykh Yahya Muhammad al-Hussein, and in the early 90s imam khatib of the Norwich Mosque, where he is again currently an imam and teacher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn Dublin, he wrote as a freelance journalist for the the Irish Times, Irish Press and Sunday Press writing on Islam, the Middle East and other issues, for The Phoenix which published his satire on Salman Rushdie and an article on Mary Robinson, the then President of Ireland, and her links to the Tri-Lateral Commission, for Common Ground to which he contributed a series of articles on banking, usury, and their history and alternative currencies, and for The Aisling to which he contributed an article on Ivan Illich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diwan Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673513509172,"sku":"DP002","price":10.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Banking-_-The-Root-Cause-of-the-Injustices-of-Our-Time-Diwan-Press-40089535.jpg?v=1780381618"},{"product_id":"intercession-in-the-light-of-the-quran-sunna","title":"Intercession in the Light of the Quran \u0026 Sunna","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePraise to be Allah who’s help we seek and whose forgiveness we ask. On the Day of Judgement Prophet Muhammad (SAW) will be the only prophet who will be granted permission to intercede to save mankind from the terrors of awaiting judgement on the Day of Rising.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWe must not fail to understand that matters which are great and insignificant, large or small are preordained and confirmed in the knowledge of Allah. Surely Allah Almighty has decreed and determined the states of the intercessor, and for whom he intercedes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe author has taken an analytical approach to prove that intercession can only be granted by Allah’s permission, and the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) will intercede for mankind at five various levels, i.e. from the crossing of the sirat to the height of peoples rank within the garden of paradise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDiscussed topics include intercession only being granted by Allah's permission, those who took Isa and Uzayr and the angels as lords and sought their intercession, the last day and intercession, the unbelievers seeking intercession, the intercessions of the Prophet (pbuh), his five intercessions, and various hadiths concerning intercession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673528516916,"sku":"DT001","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Intercession-in-the-Light-of-the-Quran-_-Sunna-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40091255.jpg?v=1780388454"},{"product_id":"the-four-imams","title":"The Four Imams: Their Lives, Works and their Schools of Thought","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book is a compilation of four books which deal with the lives and works of the four imams who founded the four great canonical \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/15-fiqh-jurisprudence\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eschools of thoughts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e of Islamic Fiqh. The Book was originally written in Arabic by the great Egyptian scholar and theologian Muhammad Abu Zahra and is presented in English for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhammad Abu Zahra (1898–1974) was an Egyptian public intellectual, scholar of Islamic law, and author. He also served as a member of al-Azhar's Academy of Islamic Research.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbu Zahra was born on March 29, 1898 in El-Mahalla El-Kubra, the second largest city in the Nile Delta. In 1913, Abu Zahra completed high school and enrolled in the Ahmadi Madrasa in Tanta. In 1916, he scored highest on the entry examination for the judiciary institute in the Gharbia rGovernorate despite being several years younger and less experienced than his colleagues.Having been rooted in traditional Azharite education, and never having studied in Europe or in Egyptian Westernized schools, Abu Zahra has been criticized by Orientalists as having a superficial grasp of Western methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe taught at al-Azhar's faculty of \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/137-theologyaqidah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003etheology \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eand later, as Professor of Islamic law at Cairo University.Between 1933 and 1942, he taught courses on the history of religions, denominations and sects at Azhar, during which time his lectures on comparative religion and Christianity were given, though the latter wasn't published until 1965.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHis more than forty books include biographies of Abu Hanifah, Malik ibn Anas, Al-Shafi'i, Ahmad ibn Hanbal, Zayd ibn Ali, Jafar as-Sadiq, Ali ibn al-Husayn Zayn al-'Abidin, Ibn Hazm and Ibn Taymiyyah, as well as works on personal status, pious endowments (waqf), property, and crime and punishment in Islamic law.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Editor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaykh Abdalhaqq Bewley accepted Islam in 1968 and spent some years in Morocco studying Islam. Since that time he has worked with Shaykh Dr Abdalqadir as-Sufi on the establishment of Islam and Muslim communities, which has led to periods living and teaching in Nigeria, the US, Czechoslovakia, Germany, Spain, the Caribbean and the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHe is the author of Islam, its basic practices and beliefs, Zakat: raising a fallen pillar and a number of other works. In collaboration with his wife, the renowned translator Aisha Bewley, he has been responsible for The Noble Qur'an: a new rendering of its meanings in English, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/1195-al-muwatta-imam-malik-ibn-anas-arabic-english-9781908892423.html?search_query=Al-Muwatta+of+Imam+Malik+bewley\u0026amp;results=303\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAl-Muwatta of Imam Malik\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/829-ash-shifa-muhammad-messenger-of-allah-qadi-iyad-hardback--9781908892270.html?search_query=Muhammad+Messenger+of+Allah\u0026amp;results=481\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eMuhammad: the Messenger of Allah (ash-Shifa) of Qadi Iyad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673534153012,"sku":"DT002","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Four-Imams_-Their-Lives_-Works-and-their-Schools-of-Thought-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40091884.jpg?v=1780404194"},{"product_id":"the-miracles-of-the-quran","title":"The Miracles of the Quran","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFor Muslims, the Holy Qur'an is an inexhaustible and hauntingly beautiful source of guidance, consolation and enlightenment. Above all, it is the very Word of God as revealed to the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eProphet Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Salallahu Alayhi Wa Salaam and protected for all time against falsification. Muslims' absolute certainty on this point is often difficult for others to comprehend, however majestic and eloquent the text, even in translation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShaykh ash Sha'rawi, a distinguished contemporary scholar from Egypt, has written a book designed to be read by Muslims and non Muslims alike. In plain and wholly logical language, Ash Sha'rawi presents objective and well documented evidence of the miraculous nature of the Qur'an.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe Miracles of the Qur'an, now presented in a fluent English translation, is divided into three parts. Part one discusses the nature of miracles and examines those linguistic and rhetorical characteristics of the Holy Qur'an which Muslims believe - and history has shown to be inimitable by man. In parts two and three the author demonstrates, by profound analysis of numerous passages from the text, that the Qur'an contains irrefutable proof of its direct revelation from Allah, the Omniscient Creator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis authoritative and highly readable book is essential reading for anyone concerned in understanding the nature if the Holy Scripture of Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhammad Mutawalli Ash-Sha'raawi (April 5, 1911– June 17, 1998) was an Islamic scholar and former Egyptian minister of Endowments. He has been called one of Egypt's most popular and successful Islamic preachers, and \"one of the most-prominent symbols of popular Egyptian culture\" in the decades of 1970, 80s and 90s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAfter graduating in 1940, he went on to earn his teaching certification in 1943. He later graduated from the religious institution of Tanta, before moving to another at Zagazig and then, finally, at Alexandria. In 1950, he moved to Saudi Arabia to work as professor of Shari'ah in the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Umm_al-Qura_University\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eUniversity of Umm al-Qura\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. However, in 1963, the diplomatic relations between Egypt and Saudi Arabia worsened and it became impossible for him to return to Arabia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eInstead, he took the position of manager of the office of the Imam of Al-Azhar, Hasan al Ma'amun. Later, he traveled to Algeria as a head of the Al-Azhar expedition, where he stayed for seven years. During his stay in Algeria, the war of June 1967 occurred and Egypt suffered tremendous losses to Israel. Ironically, Ash-Sha'raawi 'praised' the defeat, saying \"Egypt did not gain victory while the hands of communism surrounds them and their religion remains un-corrupted.\" Later, he did get to return to teach at the King Abdul Azeez University in Saudi Arabia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAlsharawi was host of very popular Friday afternoon TV program preaching Islam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOn reflection of his influence was the Egyptian parliament's repeated blocking of legislation permitting organ-transplant operations, after Alsharawi issued a Fatwā declaring such operations Haraam (sinful) (in case organs are sold and not just \"donated\") on the grounds that `humans do not own their bodies’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673538838836,"sku":"DT003","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Miracles-of-the-Quran-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40093123.jpg?v=1780406364"},{"product_id":"signs-before-the-day-of-judgment","title":"Signs Before The Day of Judgement","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book is an authoritative source on a matter of central importance to everyone: the events of Akhir al-zaman, the final period of this world's history. The work is by Ibn Kathir, an eminent Muslim scholar, and is based entirely upon authentic texts. In many Ahadith, or Traditions, the Blessed \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eProphet Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (PBUH) described the condition in which people would live in those times. Some of the developments foretold by the Prophet (PBUH) have already come to pass, such as the construction of high-rise buildings in, the Middle East, also the frequent break-up of family ties and the almost universal presence of usury.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNumerous \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/17-hadith\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAhadith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eof the Prophet (PBUH) describe such matters as the Dajjal or Antichrist and other temptations and disasters to which mankind will be subjected to as the disintegration of the natural order of things accelerates. The Last Days are also marked by supernatural apparitions which will manifest on an awesome scale the power of Allah Almighty. For Muslims there can be no more urgent or momentous questions to confront than these. For non-Muslims seeking knowledge about the Islamic perspective, this book presents material of vital importance in a clear English translation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsmail ibn Kathir ‎ (1301–1373) was a highly influential Muslim Muhaddith (narrator), Faqīh, Mufassir, and Historian. He was the author of Signs Before the Day of Judgment. He is also well known for his Tafsir, which is widely considered authoritative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe was born in Mijdal, a village on the outskirts of the city of Busra, to the east of Damascus, in the year 701 A.H. and was taught by Ibn Taymiyya, Al-Mizzi, Ibn Qayyim, Al-Dhahabi, Ibn Al Firkah,‘Isa bin Al-Mutim, Ahmed bin Abi-Talib, Ibn Al-Hajjar, Baha Ad-Din Al-Qasim bin Muzaffar bin ‘Asakir, Ibn Ash-Shirazi, Ishaq bin Yahya Al-Ammuddi, Zahriyyah Shaykh, and Muhammad bin Zarrad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon completion of his studies he obtained his first official appointment in 1341, when he joined an inquisitorial commission formed to determine certain questions of heresy. Thereafter he received various semi-official appointments, culminating in June\/July 1366 with a professorial position at the Great Mosque of Damascus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIbn Kathir wrote a famous commentary on the Qur'an named Tafsir al-Qur'an al-'Adhim which linked certain Hadith, or sayings of Muhammad, and sayings of the sahaba to verses of the Qur'an, in explanation. Tafsir ibn Kathir is famous all over the Muslirm world, and among Muslims in the Western world is one of the most widely used explanations of the Qur'an today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHuda Khattab is a British-born Muslim writer who holds a BA (Hons.) degree in Arabic from the School of Oriental and African Studies (London University). She is the author of The Muslim Women's Handbook and Stories from The Muslim World, and has also translated several books from Arabic. Huda Khattab is married, and lives with her husband and children in Toronto, Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673541984564,"sku":"DT004","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/Signs-Before-The-Day-of-Judgement-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40093896.jpg?v=1780400384"},{"product_id":"the-jinn-in-the-qur-an-and-the-sunna","title":"The Jinn In The Qur'an and The Sunna","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDrawing on the soundest of sources - the Qur'an and the narrations of the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eProphet Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, May Allah bless him and grant him peace. The Egyptian Scholar Mustafa Ashour has compiled a much needed book that avoids the pitfalls of incredulity and superstition and presents a balanced clear-cut description of the Jinn, their properties, and domain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis book is indispensable to all those who seek a sound Islam, of which belief in the unseen is an integral part. And, not least, it provides clear guidance on protecting oneself from any dangers that might be incurred from the realm of the unseen through wrong action or malicious intent. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673547784500,"sku":"DT005","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Jinn-In-The-Qur_an-and-The-Sunna-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40094478.jpg?v=1780405337"},{"product_id":"the-isra-and-miraj","title":"The Isra and Miraj: The Prophet's Night Journey and Ascent into Heaven","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e'Abd-Allah Hajjaj has compiled from al-Fath al-Bari a selection of \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/17-hadith\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/17-hadith\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eHadith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eon the Isra, the the Prophet Muhammad's \u003c\/span\u003eﷺ \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003enight journey from the Kabah in Makkah to Bayt al-Maqdis - Jerusalem, and the Mi'raj, the Prophet Muhammad's \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eﷺ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eascention to heaven. This selection of hadith takes us from Makkah to Jeruslaem then up to the seven heavens, to the meeting the previous prophets and shows us the wonders for Paradise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe Isra' and Mi'raj are of great importance to all Muslims, for this is when Allah commanded the five daily prayers, one of the pillars of Islam. Also \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.meccabooks.com\/113-prophet-muhammad-pbuh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eProphet Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (S) leading all the other prophets in prayer shows that Islam is the fulfilment and perfection of mankind's religious development, and that he was the last and greatest of Allah's Messengers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Taqwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673551454516,"sku":"DT006","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5031\/5572\/files\/The-Isra-and-Miraj_-The-Prophet_s-Night-Journey-and-Ascent-into-Heaven-Dar-Al-Taqwa-40095043.jpg?v=1780405309"},{"product_id":"the-souls-journey-after-death","title":"The Soul's Journey After Death: An Abridgement of Ibn Qayyim's Kitab ar-Ruh","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis important book covers an area about which most people have very little knowledge but which is, at the same time, of vital interest to all human beings. It outlines what happens to the human soul from the moment of death until the arrival of the Day of Judgment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIt describes the death process itself, the exact relationship of the soul to the body, the states of the soul after it leaves this world, and the nature of the ongoing relationship between the dead and those who are still alive. Layla Mabrouk, an eminent, contemporary, Egyptian scholar has skillfully abridged a classic work by the great medieval scholar, Ibn al-Qayyim al-Jawziyya who was a leading student of Ibn Taymiyya.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMuhammad ibn Abu Bakr (also known as Ibn al-Qayyim (\"The son of the principal\") or Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (\"Son of the principal of the (school of) Jawziyyah\")) (1292–1350 CE \/ 691 AH–751 AH) was an Arab Sunni Islamic jurist, commentator on the Qur'an and theologian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAlthough he is sometimes referred to as \"the scholar of the heart\", given his extensive works pertaining to human behaviour and ethics, Ibn al-Qayyim's scholarship was focused on the sciences of Hadith and Fiqh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Translator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAisha Abdurrahman Bewley, born 1948 in the United States. She holds a BA in French and MA in Near Eastern Languages from the University of California, Berkeley. She spent a year with a fellowship at the American University in Cairo and at the same time attended a seminar on Sufism and Islamic philosophy at Dar al-’Ulum. She is a student of Shaykh Abdalqadir al-Murabit, and also studied Ibn ‘Arabi with the late Sidi Fudul al-Hurawi in Fes, Morocco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAisha Bewley converted to Islam in 1968. She is the author and translator of many published and unpublished works, some available on her website. 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