You will never understand why you’re here if you don’t know the One who brought you here. You will never understand why you were blessed with something, if you don’t know what it means to be a blessing yourself. You will never understand why you’re in pain, if you don’t believe in the virtue of patience. You will never make sense of this life, if you don’t believe in an afterlife. You will never know who you are, if you don’t know who you want to become. You will never know where you are going, if you don’t know where you came from. We live in a world full of suffering which is meant to wake us from our slumber. But if we constantly dwell on what we feel has missed us, we may be missing out on a far greater sense of purpose and self-worth. A life with less confusion and more certainty. A life of meaning where we learn to live in harmony with divine decree, so that we could get to know our Lord who created us and our stories. You may have asked before, why me? But have you ever asked, why not me ?
The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World. William Dalrymple. Bloomsbury Publishing. 484 pages.
In the proto-historic period, when the Indus civilisation was flourishing, the Sumerians recorded in detail what they were buying from India. But there are no records of what they were selling to India. The Indus civilisation had set up factory villages in multiple locations where each village specialised in manufacturing a specific set of items, which in turn were shipped to Sumeria from the Gujarat coast.
Afghanistan, 1975: Twelve-year-old Amir is desperate to win the local kite-fighting tournament and his loyal friend Hassan promises to help him. But neither of the boys can foresee what will happen to Hassan that afternoon, an event that is to shatter their lives. After the Russians invade and the family is forced to flee to America, Amir realises that one day he must return to Afghanistan under Taliban rule to find the one thing that his new world cannot grant him: redemption.
A contemporary presentation of the 99 divine attributes or names of God according to the Islamic Sufi tradition. In this volume, Tosun Bayrak explains how to use these Names for the transformation of the soul into its original and primordial nature.
So many of us sleepwalk through life: frustrated, unhappy and lacking confidence in our abilities and accomplishments, destined never to reach our full potential. We allow our limiting beliefs to hold us back. We allow our challenges to define us. We allow other people’s expectations to imprison us.
‘Show Up: A Motivational Message for Muslim Women’ is based on the lessons Na’ima learnt on her journey, inviting the reader to show up, authentically and sincerely, in their lives, casting aside the role of victim and instead, living as the hero of their own life story.
When Na’ima B. Robert lost her husband of 15 years and found herself solely responsible for their five children and her late husband’s company, the entire axis of her world shifted. Suddenly, she was a widow, a single mother, and a reluctant CEO.
But, through her faith in Allah’s plan for her and her decision to choose gratitude over despair, she was able to rise from the tragedy and show up differently: more present, more confident, more powerful, and more grateful than ever. The book is replete with personal stories, quotes from Qur’an, hadith and contemporary thinkers, as well as action points and space for the reader to reflect and apply the principles.
Here, in one volume: Marjane Satrapi’s best-selling, internationally acclaimed memoir-in-comic-strips.
Persepolis is the story of Satrapi’s unforgettable childhood and coming of age within a large and loving family in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution; of the contradictions between private and public life in a country plagued by political upheaval; of her high school years in Vienna facing the trials of adolescence far from her family; of her homecoming—both sweet and terrible; and, finally, of her self-imposed exile from her beloved homeland. It is the chronicle of a girlhood and adolescence at once outrageous and familiar, a young life entwined with the history of her country yet filled with the universal trials and joys of growing up.
Edgy, searingly observant, and candid, often heartbreaking but threaded throughout with raw humor and hard-earned wisdom—Persepolis is a stunning work from one of the most highly regarded, singularly talented graphic artists at work today.
An enthralling collection of new and classic tales of the fearsome Djinn, from bestselling, award-winning and breakthrough international writers.Imagine a world filled with fierce, fiery beings, hiding in our shadows, in our dreams, under our skins. Eavesdropping and exploring; tormenting us, saving our souls. They are monsters, saviours, victims, childhood friends.And they are everywhere. On street corners, behind the wheel of a taxi, in the chorus, between the pages of books. Every language has a word for them. Every culture knows their traditions. Every religion, every history has them hiding in their dark places.There is no part of the world that does not know them. They are the Djinn.
Is the truth as simple as black and white? Mark My Words is the searing novel from Branford Boase Award-winner and 2020 World Book Day author Muhammad Khan, asking who you can trust when all you see is lies.
The perfect edition for any Orwell enthusiasts' collection, discover the classic dystopian masterpiece beautifully reimagined by renowned street artist Shepard Fairey Winston Smith works for the Ministry of Truth in London, chief city of Airstrip One. Big Brother stares out from every poster, the Thought Police uncover every act of betrayal. When Winston finds love with Julia, he discovers that life does not have to be dull and deadening, and awakens to new possibilities. Despite the police helicopters that hover and circle overhead, Winston and Julia begin to question the Party; they are drawn towards conspiracy. Yet Big Brother will not tolerate dissent - even in the mind. For those with original thoughts they invented Room 101. . . First published in 1949, 1984 is George Orwell's terrifying vision of a totalitarian future in which everything and everyone is slave to a tyrannical regime. 'Right up there among my favourite books . . . I read it again and again' Margaret Atwood 'More relevant to today than almost any other book that you can think of' Jo Brand
A new translation of the ancient Chinese military classic that is widely admired by military and business strategists-with an introduction that provides sweeping historical context, and notes featuring contemporary commentary on Sun Tzu's wisdom over the centuries.For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has provided leaders with essential tactical and management advice. An elemental part of Chinese culture, it has also become a touchstone in the West for achieving success, whether on the battlefield or in business.This Vintage Classics edition features a brilliant translation by Peter Harris, first published by Everyman's Library in 2018. Alongside the pithy and powerful ancient text, Harris includes-. Notes. A bibliography. A chronology of Chinese dynasties. A map. Extracts from the canon of classical Chinese commentators. An illuminating introduction on the warrior-philosopher Sun Tzu and the role of The Art of War in history and today
Two teenagers, a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot, meet at a taverna on the island they both call home. The taverna is the only place that Kostas and Defne can meet in secret, hidden beneath the blackened beams from which hang garlands of garlic and chilli peppers, creeping honeysuckle, and in the centre, growing through a cavity in the roof, a fig tree. The fig tree witnesses their hushed, happy meetings; their silent, surreptitious departures. The fig tree is there, too, when war breaks out, when the capital is reduced to ashes and rubble, when the teenagers vanish. Decades later, Kostas returns – a botanist, looking for native species – looking, really, for Defne. The two lovers return to the taverna to take a clipping from the fig tree and smuggle it into their suitcase, bound for London. Years later, the fig tree in the garden is their daughter Ada’s only knowledge of a home she has never visited, as she seeks to untangle years of secrets and silence, and find her place in the world.
Iraqi woman's true story of life inside Saddam Hussein's torture prisons, by the bestselling author of PRINCESS
Mayada was born into a powerful Iraqi family. One grandfather fought alongside Lawrence of Arabia. The other is acclaimed as the first true Arab nationalist. Her uncle was Prime Minister for nearly forty years, her mother an important politician. When Saddam Hussein and his Ba'ath party seized power, and instituted his reign of terror, Mayada found herself alone in Baghdad, a divorced parent of two children, earning a meagre living printing brochures. Until one morning in August 1999 she was summarily arrested and dragged to the notorious Baladiyat Prison, falsely accused of printing anti-government propaganda.
There she was thrown into a cell with 17 'shadow women'. Like latter-day Sherezades, these women passed their days, while waiting for the next interrogation and torture session, telling each other their stories. They were eager to hear Mayada's stories of her privileged former life, of the history of her proud family, of kings and queens, of meetings with Saddam himself.
Not only the story of a woman intimately connected to Iraq's cultured, ancient history, this book is a powerful witness to the terror and horror wrought by Saddam on the lives and souls of its ordinary citizens.
'You are here for the rest of your life. Do you understand? You are not leaving Iran. You are here until you die.'Betty Mahmoody and her husband, Dr Sayyed Bozorg Mahmoody ('Moody'), came to Iran from the USA to meet Moody's family. With them was their four-year-old daughter, Mahtob. Appalled by the squalor of their living conditions, horrified by what she saw of a country where women are merely chattels and Westerners are despised, Betty soon became desperate to return to the States. But Moody, and his often vicious family, had other plans. Mother and daughter became prisoners of an alien culture, hostages of an increasingly tyrannical and violent man.Betty began to try to arrange an escape. Evading Moody's sinister spy network, she secretly met sympathisers opposed to Khomeini's savage regime. But every scheme that was suggested to her meant leaving Mahtob behind for ever...
The Scimitar and the Veil" portrays more than 30 extraordinary Muslim women, from the birth of Islam through the 19th century, in this first popular history and overview of Muslim women and their great accomplishments.
This book presents ninety-nine of Allah’s beautiful names. In defining these names, the author has relied on the verses of the Quran and the Traditions of the Prophet (Hadith) and, from these verses and traditions, she has deduced many meanings which make it possible for the reader to experience the glory and greatness of Allah, and to derive many other meanings from Allah’s Beautiful Names.
EBRAHIM ISMAIL PANDOR (MOULANA)
"I commend Moulana Obeidullah Bhoja for this valuable contribution and for the effort put into ensuring the legacy of these great scholars is not forgotten. This book will serve as an invaluable resource for future generations, encouraging them to continue the work of these revered Ulama, and to uphold the values of truth, knowledge, and service to humanity. May Allah grant the scholars featured in this book a place in Jannah, and may He accept their efforts as an eternal Sadaqah Jaariyah. May this book inspire us all to live our lives in a manner that honours their memories and continues the path of knowledge and righteousness they so selflessly traversed."
SULAIMAN RAVAT (MOULANA)
"Ulama are central to the prosperity of any Muslim community. Whilst the services of more prominent scholars get some recognition, there are multitudes of selfless Ulama who have dedicated their lives to serving their communities with distinction and great sacrifice and whose efforts have largely gone unrecognised. It is for this reason that the Management of Radio Islam responded very positively to Moulana Obedullah Bhoja."
OBEIDULLAH BHOJA (MOULANA)
"This book stands as a humble tribute to their lives and legacies, which have been shared on Radio Islam's Ulama Profile Program.
Through these profiles, we seek not only to honour their memory but to ensure that the profound impact they had on their students, their families, and their communities is never forgotten."
Learn the 5 Pillars of Islam with this unique magnetic puzzle book. This fun book opens up to 90cm long so that you can see the entire book open at once with all the fiver pillars in order. Each puzzle has been beautifully illustrated with information to read and learn about each pillar of Islam. The puzzles increase in difficulty starting with 9pcs, 12pcs, 16pcs, 25pcs and 36pcs to increase in challenge and fun! No more worrying about missing pieces with the unique magnetic feature, making this puzzle book fuss free!
Specifications:
Individual Puzzle dimension: Approx 18 x 19 cm
Book dimensions when fully open: Approx 18 x 90 cm
Magnetic pieces
This book is the story of a day when LOADS of unexpected and shocking things happened to me and my family. It was a day when my sister and I learnt all about some phenomenal women in Islam, from Maryam (as), and Aasiya (who was married to the evil PHAROAH, by the way!), to Hajar (as), and Khadijah, Fatima, and Aisha (ra) and just what it is about them that made them phenomenal. I was seriously impressed, and I think you will be too when you find out about them.
Paperback
128 pages
Ages 7-11
‘You can’t explain these concepts to children better than this!’ -Shaykh Ibrahim Nun
For anyone who wants to understand why bad things – like the situation in Palestine – happen. And for those who want to learn to trust in Allah and cope with their own trials and tribulations with peace of mind and great expectations.
Eliyas explains why bad things are allowed to happen, including explanations of Qadr, free will, and the benefits of trials, then leads journalers through a series of thought-provoking prompts, engaging children in reflective acts to further enhance their ability to grasp these concepts and explain more along the way!
Binding: Paperback
Publisher:Muslim Children’s Books
Pages:74
Ḥabīb ‘Umar is a descendant of the Prophet Muḥammadﷺ and a well-known Yemeni scholar and caller to Allah. In ths book, he describes the higher goals of traditional circles of sacred learning. It is very important to revive these circles in Muslim communities where they have fallen into disuse. Re-establishing them will bring good to these communities and protect them from trials and difficulties. The book explains how communities can go about reviving sacred knowledge and preserving the goodness that Allah has given them.
Baby’s First Prophet Muhammad Stories is a wonderful way to introduce your little ones to some of the best loved stories from the life of the Prophet Muhammad. These 20 easy-to-read stories, each accompanied with morals or prayers, are brought beautifully to life with bright, colourful illustrations, making the life of the Prophet more meaningful to young minds.
This selection of prayers for children of seven years and above expresses the variety and richness of prayer and is designed to be used at home, or at school. With bright and colourful illustrations, this book will encourage children to explore their own ways of praying.
My Best-Loved Prophet Muhammad Stories tells of how the Prophet became a successful merchant, married Khadija, a wealthy business woman, and then soon thereafter gave up all wordly activities in search of the truth. How he attained prophethood and began his mission is related in a series of fascinating stories. Everything is covered from the first revelation of the Quran by the Archangel Jibril, to the early preaching of the Prophet and the opposition of the people of Makkah. With its colourful, childfriendly illustrations, this book is perfect for reading to your children or grandchildren, and is excellent for use at home or at school.
