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Timeless Seeds of Advice: The Sayings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ , Ibn Taymiyyah, Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn al-Jawzi and Other Prominent Scholars in Bringing Comfort and Hope to the Soul.
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From among the giants of the recent past was Hazrat Moulana Muhammad Ilyaas (Rahimahullah). He was considered as the revivalist of the 14th century Hijri. Allah Ta'alah used him to bring Deen alive, not only in India, but throughout the world.This kitaab is a collection of some of the beneficial statements and golden words of Hazrat Moulana Muhammad Ilyaas Kandhelwi (rahimahullah). From his statements, one gauges the deep concern and love which he had for the Ummah of Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi wasallam) coming on the path of guidance.
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Among the giants of the recent past were Hazrat Moulana Muhammad Ilyaas Kandhelwi (rahmatullahi ‘alaih), Hazrat Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwi (rahmatullahi ‘alaih) and Hazrat Shaikh Moulana Muhammad Zakariyya (rahmatullahi ‘alaih). The legacies of these three personalities became the means of the reformation of thousands around the globe. In the above book, titled “Words of Wisdom from the Pious of the Past”, some of their heart inspiring statements and golden advices have been translated from the Urdu language. A short biography of each of these personalities has also been included in this book which will give one a slight glimpse of their status as well as their works and achievements.
Death is an inevitable event which no man can escape. As such, the reality of death is something which is accepted by both the believer and disbeliever. As far as a disbeliever is concerned, he views death as a terminating point which brings an abrupt end to his existence. As for a believer, he does not consider death to be the end of life. Instead, he considers it to be the beginning of the second phase of the journey towards his ultimate abode – the Hereafter.
When a person has passed away, he becomes a lifeless body in the hands of others. They do with him as they wish. However, now that he is unable to do anything for himself, it is his right upon his near and dear ones, as well as those close to him, that all his matters pertaining to his last moments of life, as well as his ghusal, kafan, burial, winding of his estate and every other aspect relating to his death and after-death, be managed and undertaken in the most perfect way – the way of the Sunnah of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam).
This book is a compilation of various laws which pertain to the person who is terminally ill, in his final illness or in his final stages, the masaa-il of ghusal, kafan, janaazah, etc. Every Muslim must equip himself with these relevant laws and masaa-il so that the correct procedure could be adopted upon the demise of any person.
To neglect the laws of Deen and the Sunnah of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) at this critical time in a person’s journey to the Hereafter is indeed an injustice to the marhoom.
Among the rights that we owe to Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) is that we love him the most, believe and accept everything that he has brought to us, and we lead our lives in total obediance and conformity to his mubaarak sunnah.
Through his mubaarak sunnah, Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) taught us how to transform out worldly affairs and activities into acts of ibaadah which will be a means of pleasing Allah (SWT) and a source of mercy to mankind. Every person needs to eat, drink, sleep, conduct business, socialize and fulfill other needs in order to exist in the world. However, through carrying out these mundane activities in accordance to the sunnah, pne will gain reward and the proximity of Allah (SWT) and His beloved Rasul (SAW).
Alhamdulillah, this kitaab has been prepared with the aim of showing people how to receive the mubaarak sunnah of Rasulullah (SAW) in all facets of their lives.
In these times of fitnah, where Deen is under constant attack, through holding onto the mubaarak sunnah, one will safeguard one's Deen and receive the reward of one hundred martyrs. Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) said, "The one who holds onto my sunnah, at a time of fitnah and fasaad, will receive the reward of one hundred martyrs."
Volume 1 (245 Pages)
Sunnats of Istinja, Wudhu, Ghusl, Miswaak, Azaan, Iqaamah, Musjid and Salaah according the the Hanafi Mazhab
Volume 2 (311 Pages)
Aqaaid(Beliefs) of the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah , Msaaail and Sunnats of Zakaat, Fasting , Taraweeh, Itikaaf, Hajj, Umrah , Business, Nikaah, Talaaq and Iddat accodring to the Hanafi Mazhab
Volume 3 (282 Pages)
Sunnats of Eating, Drinking, clothing, sleeping, travelling, visisting the sick, and bereaved, keeping hair, Jumuah, Tilaawat of the Quran, Dhul Hijjah, QUrbani, Eid and Interacting with Elders according to the Hanafi Mazhab.
Undoubtedly, Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) is the greatest human being and the pinnacle of Allah's (SWT) creation. it is the ultimate honour for every ummati of Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) to be linked to Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW), the Imaan of all the Ambiyaa of Allah (SWT).
Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) is the source of hidayaat (guidance) for humanity at large, for it was none other than Hazrat Rasullullah (SAW) who was chosen to show us the path of guidance through which we can earn eternal bliss and salvation. The ability to worship and recognize Allah (SWT) correctly, and simultaneously fulfil the rihts of fellow humans, also depends entirely upon emulating the teachings of Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW).
Thus, when Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) is essentially the source of good in this world and our guide to Paradise, and we are blessed to be his followers, then we can well imagine what rights he has over us and how indebted we are to him.
Among the rights that Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) has over us is that we obey him in all that he has commanded, we lead a life on conformity to his mubaarak lifestyle, and we continuously recite Durood and Salaam upon him.
Lamentably, on account of our busy schedules and preoccupation with commitments and mundane activities, we have drifted far away from Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) and lost track of our main objectives and priorities in life. In view of the present situation, the need was felt to once again rekindle the love of Hazrat Rasulullah (SAW) within our hearts, thereby enabling us to understand and follow the way of his mubaarak sunnah and reach Allah (SWT). Hence, this book titled "The Gift of Durood and Salaam" has been prepared which contains the virtues of durood and incidents regarding love for Rasulullah (SAW).
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Al-Shama’il al-Muhammadiyya (‘The Sublime Qualities of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’) is the most famous collection of narrations detailing the moral, physical and spiritual perfections of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Commonly referred to as ‘The Shama’il’ and compiled by the prolific Imam al-Tirmidhi, this perennial masterpiece connects hearts to the Prophet’s blessed being ﷺ.
The Shama’il generously invites us to experience the most detailed and exquisite qualities of the message-bearer—the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. This knowledge fundamentally alters, informs, and orients our understanding of the Message he brought. Knowing the Shama’il is a critical pre-requisite to properly understanding Islam in general and the Prophet’s life (Sira) in particular; his beautiful appearance, lifestyle and character provide the ultimate context for developing a deep, holistic appreciation of the Message and the Messenger at the same time. Without understanding the Shama’il, we’re likely to read Islam and the Prophet’s life through the lenses of our own socially-conditioned impressions and assumptions. Instead, the Shama’il leaves a profound and indelible impression that spiritually empowers us to apply Islam to our lives.
Knowing the Shama’il is a tried and true means of filling our hearts with reverence for the Prophet ﷺ, which, in turn, fills our hearts with reverence for his Sacred Law. A form of praise in its own right, it provides a deep look into Prophet’s sublime beauty and serves as a means of connection, veneration and spiritual transformation. The Shama’il offers us tastes of delight and joy, and most importantly, engenders sincere love of Allah and His Messenger ﷺ in our hearts. To spend time with the Shama’il is to praise Allah and remember Him, for it is He who endows His beloved ﷺ with beautiful form and unparalleled character.
Translation & Notes by Abdul Aziz Suraqah & Shaykh Mohammed Aslam
The Sufi mystic and poet Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī is most beloved for his writings which represent the ecstasies and mysteries of life in all its forms—erotic, platonic divine—which are fresh and intense today as when they were first written by this medieval Persian poet and spiritual genius.
In this compact volume, Reynold Alleyne Nicholson, the renowned Islamic scholar, combines his research in Sufi doctrines and history with a rich account of the spiritual and metaphysical significance of Sufism as a living tradition. This volume reveals Rūmī’s charm and depth of thought more than in any other book.
Al-Asil – The Pure-bred Arabian, is a must-have treat for all Arabian horse enthusiasts. The author has delved into the sea of ancient Arabic texts and retrieved some of its treasures which have been translated into English for the very first time! He gives the reader a tantalising taste of some of these works by Arab scholars dating back a thousand years! He highlights the intimate relationship between the Bedouin and their prized steeds, as well as detailing the history of the breed from the days of Pegasus till the present day. He has, in a completely unprecedented manner, managed to synthesize these contributions with contemporary research on the Arabian horse. By recollecting his personal travels to various Arabian studs around the world, he enriches the theory with real life accounts of meetings with royalties as well as the masters of equitation – the desert Bedouin!
The last few months have indeed been extremely challenging for nearly every person. Together with many of us personally falling ill, or witnessing our family members and friends becoming sick, to the extent where they were battling to breathe and even required hospitalization at times – undoubtedly one of the GREATEST TRAGEDIES for us all is the demise and loss of our loved ones. In recent times, many of us have lost close family members and friends due to Covid-19 or other causes. The number of janaazahs that we have been witnessing in our communities is unprecedented. Some families (may Allah Ta‘ala assist them) have even lost multiple members in the short space of a few weeks, a few days and even a few hours. Indeed, losing one’s father, mother, husband, wife, son, daughter, brother, sister or any other family member or close friend, is very challenging. This loss can completely devastate a person and makes the entire world around him seem dark and gloomy. Just as in every other situation of life – in this situation as well, our beautiful Deen gives us ample solace, comfort, relief and direction to make it easy for us to manage this painful loss and sail through this raging storm safely. Therefore, we write this message to you – O brother that has lost your beloved wife, to you – O sister that has lost your kind husband, to you – O child who has lost your loving parent, to you O parent who has lost a loved one, we hope this msg will prove beneficial in lifting your morale and spirits and assist you to manage and cope with your tragic loss..
Imam Al-Ghazali (may God’s mercy be on him) wrote in his book The Beginning of Guidance:
You should not neglect your time or use it haphazardly; on the contrary you should bring yourself to account, structure your litanies and other practices during each day and night, and assign to each period a fixed and specific function. This is how to bring out the spiritual blessing (baraka) in each period. But if you leave yourself adrift, aimlessly wandering as cattle do, not knowing how to occupy yourself at every moment, your time will be lost. It is nothing other than your life, and your life is the capital that you make use of to reach perpetual felicity in the proximity of God the Exalted. Each of your breaths is a priceless jewel, since each of them is irreplaceable and, one gone, can never be retrieved. Do not be like the deceived fools who are joyous because each day their wealth increases while their life shortens. What good is an increase in wealth when life grows ever shorter? Therefore be joyous only for an increase in knowledge or in good works, for they are your two companions who will accompany you in your grave when your family, wealth, children, and friends stay behind.
A common misunderstanding which deters people from practising Islam is the idea that Islamic Teachings are difficult to practise. Alongside this, there are many opportunities a person comes across on a daily basis to amass reward for the Hereafter, but which one missed due to lack of knowledge. Easy Good Deeds is a valuable book which details many good deeds that a person can easily practise without any major effort. The author has highlighted actions over a wide spectrum of areas, ranging from worship to social conduct, all of which entail minimum effort but reap abundant reward nonetheless. This concise work will help readers appreciate the importance of many righteous actions, realise how easy it is to perform them, and ultimately imbue them with the spirit to practice Islam in its entirety.
Mufti Taqi ‘Uthmani is one of the leading Islamic scholars living today. Author of more than 40 books, he is an expert in the fields of Islamic law, Economics and Hadith. For the past 35 years, he has been teaching at the Darul-Uloom in Karachi that was established by his father Mufti Muhammad Shafi, the late Grand Mufti of Pakistan. He also holds a degree in law and has sat as Judge at the Shari’ah Appellate Bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. He is a consultant to several international Islamic financial institutions and has played a key part in the move toward interest free banking and the establishment of Islamic financial institutions. He is the deputy chairman of the Jeddah based Islamic Fiqh Council of the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC).
A challenge to the liberal, cultural and traditional teachings about women in Islam.
A compilation of quotations from the Qur’an and Hadith collections that address women specifically. Beautifully presented in a papercase.
Women in Islam is an attractive book of simple compilation of quotations from the Qur’an and Hadith collections that refer to or address women specifically. It engages the reader in a moment of reflection on the Islamic view of womanhood: her existence as a creation of Allah, her role as a positive stakeholder in building a God-conscious society and her capacity for attaining proximity with Allah.
One of the 20th century’s most influential Muslims, Malcolm X – El-Hajj Malik Al-Shabazz – led a dynamic life and passed through many phases of thought. But one aspect of his thought remained constant – to never remain silent in the face of oppression.
In Malcolm X: The Struggle for Human Rights, Recep Şentürk offers more than a biography of a beloved figure in American history: he explores the concept of universal human rights in Islam using the life of Malcolm X as an example of a human rights struggle.
Engaging and innovative, the book is divided into three sections, dealing with Malcolm X’s life, beliefs and struggle in turn. In the first part, we learn about his early years, his time in prison and his hajj. In a section on his evolving faith, we learn about his youth as a Christian, his time with the Nation of Islam and his discovery of mainstream Islam. In the final section, Şentürk offers a new perspective: how we can relate slavery, abolition, civil rights and voting rights to Malcolm X’s struggle
This profound statement by Prophet Muhammad (s) compels us to recognise that we are all leaders at some level. But what makes someone a good leader? And how does each and everyone of us measure up against the leadership standards set by the Prophet?
This book presents a well researched leadership framework combined with extensively applied contemporary practitioner case studies for the first time to readers interested in a Sirah (prophetic life) based universal model for good leadership. Drawing upon scholarly findings from eastern and western sources, and having examined an extensive range of works on Sirah, an original framework of eleven prophetic leadership qualities are presented with an entire chapter devoted to each.
Well known and lesser known events from the Sirah are explored and analysed like never before, and viewed with a specialist leadership lens, extracting insights on effective people management, authentic leadership and succeeding against the odds.
Each chapter on leadership qualities offers not only what the quality means and where it can be found in the life of the Prophet, but how one can develop those qualities within themselves as well.
The Mathnawi is a poetic embodiment of Rumi’s inner world reflected in couplets and is a book of rich blessing filled with great gifts of fortune.
Through the mercy of Allah, Rumi penetrated to the very depth of the human soul and thus was able to witness its unveiled inner workings.
Through the sheer radiance of that vision, the book penetrates the secrets of creation that unfolded before his inner eye.
This is a meticulously researched and chronicled narrative on al-Aqşā. Jerusalem is where Allah and humanity connect - in the covenant that binds the Muslim Ummah to Allah. Highly recommended read!- Rafique Gangat - Former South African ambassador to the Palestinian Territories.Masjid al-Aqşā: A Journey Through Time by Ebrahim Moosa is a welcome addition to the literature on the Palestinian issue. It provides a historical landscape of Masjid Aqşā and the wider Palestinian issue. It traces the history of Masjid al-Aqşā through the lives of the prophets to the present time. The detail in the book and decolonial perspectives are a valuable contribution. It should be made part of the wider listof essential reading on Masjid al-Aqşā."- Dr Ismail Adam Patel - Chair of Friends of al-Aqşā (UK)Hafiz Ebrahim Moosa is co-ordinator of the PalestineInformation Network. He is also a community journalist and broadcaster. He has travelled widely and served in various roles, including content and online manager at Cii Radio in South Africa. He is currently a presenter at Radio IslamInternational based in Johannesburg. Hafiz Ebrahim is also continuing his own formal study of the traditional Islamic Sciences.The Palestine Information Network (PIN) is a South Africabased non-profit institution providing structured education andtraining about Palestine. PIN also administers themasjidalaqsa.net and @firstqiblah online platforms, dedicatedto education about the rich history and heritage of Masjid Aqsa in Jerusalem as well as current developments.
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The question of a human's relationship with the divine is one that is eternal, revelatory and profoundly nuanced. It is one that blends tradition, culture, history, social context and human intelligence in the ongoing search for God through the path of love and worship - the path of Islam.
Professor Tariq Ramadan revisits seemingly superficial terminology at a deeper level and develops our understanding of the root meaning of Islamic purposes and notions, delving into the mystery of God's nature and the nature of man.
From key concepts of the perception of 'salam' to jihad of the soul, Islam: An Introduction journeys through some of the most fundamental concerns of spirituality and practice of one of the world's most fascinating and misunderstood religions, offering a succinct response to complex ideas with expert navigation and sensitivity.
In drawing upon western philosophies and Islamic traditions, Tariq Ramadan brings together fascinating perceptions of our relationship with the Divine and successfully sheds light upon the core understanding and foundations of belief.
The Heart of The Qur’an: Commentary on Surah Yasin with Diagrams and Illustrations is a well-researched commentary on Surah Yasin. It is written in simple English, complete with diagrams and illustrations to create an engaging read. The commentary is profound and inspiring, it masterfully highlights the nuances of the Qur’an’s language and repeatedly draws the reader’s attention towards practical changes they can make in their lives. With the current contradictory climate of increasing secularization and the rise of fundamentalism across the world, there is no better time to search for fresh insight and guidance from the Qur’an.
Publisher : The Islamic Foundation
Paperback : 118 page
Asim Khan is currently the Imam of Redbridge Islamic Centre, Instructor for the Sabeel institute and author for Islam21c.com. He has, from an early age, excelled in academic studies and has gained a Masters in Pharmacy from University College London, UK, as well as studying Arabic and Qur’anic Sciences in Cairo, with a special interest in Tafsīr studies.
A book on the journey and different stages of a woman’s life, from the inception of the soul to the end of life on Earth. With contemporary thoughts, words of wisdom, guidance and inspiration.
This is based on a talk given at the official launch of Shaykh Muhammad ibn Yahya al-Ninowy’s book, The Book of Love, at the Academia Library.
WHEN we pick up a copy of Shaykh Muhammad ibn Yahya al-Ninowy’s latest book, The Book of Love, we expect it to be a serious tone, with seriously weighty content. Serious the book is, indeed, but when the first page opens, we see a sentence resting upon a page.
At first glance, it defies the senses. We expect books to be full of words, chapters, meandering paragraphs and lush descriptions. Instead, we are confronted by little bunches of words, like cherries tantalisingly placed in a bowl.
And then we read, and then we realise that the The Book of Love has a few words, but actually says a lot more – a lot. In fact, as one dives deeper and deeper into its pages, and its meanings, it becomes a big ocean – or as a Sufi Shaykh always used to say – a Mercy Ocean.
Shaykh Ninowy, a scholar of classical training and tradition, has skillfully and strategically placed a series of aphorisms, or sayings and quotes, over 322 pages. A summary of his thoughts on a number of issues over the years, it has no particular order, but still creates a coherent whole.
Normally when I buy a book, I get excited. I’m old fashioned. I hate the distant, digital feel of tablets. I like to look at a book’s texture, design, paper and even smell. For me, a book is still a tactile experience. As a hard cover on high quality paper, the The Book of Love feels just right. As a bibliophile, I also have a strange habit – I sometimes read a book backwards, or randomly open it at any page.
So it should come as no surprise that the first page I opened in The Book of Love was page 122, and not page one. I came across aphorism #57: “Islam is a religion that came to give life, not to take it away”. I glanced across to #58: “It is never about fatwa, but about taqwa…”
Interestingly, both were things I had actually heard Shaykh Ninowy saying. They have always struck me, because so few have been able to bring the inherent poetry of classical Arabic into their English as Shaykh Ninowy – who hails form a scholarly family from Aleppo – has.
Paging forwards, this time, I stopped at #73: “This Din of ours is a Din of love – no love, no Din. The Beloved sent his Beloved out of love, with love, for the sake of love”.
This Rumi-esque statement enjoys resonance in this world of sectarian hatred, and speaks to the spirit of Shari’ah, which aphorism #81 certainly does: “Love is a moral law…it connects you to the soul of the universe, gives wings to the heart, unlimited skies to the mind, and life to life itself…”
Undeniably, the aphorisms are a tapestry woven together with experiential wisdom. We catch a whiff of Qur’an here, Hadith there…with Shaykh Ninowy holding the needle and thread. The Book of Love is a companion, a very accessible and readable companion – but it’s also framed as a classical text, the hub of a multi-layered commentary that will be filled out by sharh, or explanation.
Each aphorism in this book, therefore, is a door to another – as one travels from room to perfumed room. It is a refuge for the soul, and an escape from the undesirable human urges that drive us.
But more importantly, The Book of Love is a book of wasatiyyah, the celebrated Qur’anic middle way. However, wasatiyyah, or moderation in all things, is not a capitulation, or a watering down, of the core values of belief.
Wasatiyyah is totally, uncompromisingly, absolutely, about love. Wasatiyyah is love, and love is wasatiyyah. It is truly, unselfishly, loving for others what you love for yourself. This is a key to the Nur ul-Muhammadiyyah, the Prophetic light – a light of love and knowledge that awaits every soul on this earth.
The Book of Love is an extraordinary book written for extraordinary times – an era where confusion is the King, ignorance the Queen and Mr Nafs the treasurer. The Book of Love shines a light that shrinks the contemporary darkness. It is a book for everybody, and a mercy to all.
The Book of Love published by the Madina Institute, 2018.
By Shafiq Morton; Published in the Muslim Views, August 2018
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This beautifully presented book provides 30 reflections on the unseen presence of angels in our lives, from birth till death, towards Allah.
Throughout your existence, there are angels in your presence. But it’s your actions that cause those angels to either praise you or disgrace you.
Through this book, we will explore the actions that invite these blessed unseen beings to pray upon you, and carry your name and mention to the One who created us all.
Many Topics Covered, Some of Them Are:
They've Got Your Back
Hold your Pens
Fasting while others Eat
Sleep Well
Switching Shifts
As You Step Outside
The Banner Above You
Responding to Your Haters
About The Author
Shaykh Omar Suleiman is a young evergreen scholar with a big smile. Born and raised in Louisiana, he has a unique way of relating to a western audience through his character and has gained the love of people of all ages and backgrounds.
He is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, and an Adjunct Professor of Islamic Studies in the Graduate Liberal Studies Program at SMU (Southern Methodist University). He is also the Resident Scholar at Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square.
He holds a Bachelors in Accounting, a Bachelors' in Islamic Law, a Masters in Islamic Finance, a Masters in Political History, and is currently pursuing a PhD. in Islamic Thought and Civilization from the International Islamic University of Malaysia.
Allah called Surah Yusuf the ‘Best of All Stories,’ which He revealed in the Qur’an, the best of all Revelations, to the best of all prophets, our Prophet Muhammad (sws).
The story was revealed to lift his spirits at a time when his sufferings and worries had mounted. This was a time when he had gone through at least a decade of ridicule and rejection in Makkah, a time when he lost his beloved wife and partner, Khadijah, a time when he had lost his dear uncle, Abu Talib.
