Deepen your understanding and reflection with inspiring books and guides for both adults and children, covering topics like fasting, prayer, and the significance of Ramadan.
“What has he found who has lost God? And what has he lost who has found God?” – Ibn Atta Allah Al-IskandariAuthor Ahmad Javid’s book ‘Sufi Prayer and Love’ is a deeply personal and enriching discourse on prayer and love for the almighty. It explains in great detail the intimate talk you should have in your life with God, this is also known as Salat (prayer). This prayer is a separate divine language on its own and will bring you closer to the Almighty.This is the kind of book that should appeal to a lot of people because at its heart lies an intelligent discussion on prayer - the right kind of prayers and the power it gives you in life. And Muslims especially should find this book as a great guide that extols the virtue of prayer and love for Allah. Most of us do pray but when our prayers remain unanswered we often wonder where we went wrong. It doesn’t exactly teach you how to pray but it explains in great detail what a prayer should be. Through simple stories and descriptions you will understand how to communicate with God better. The book doesn’t limit itself to mere explanations of the various rituals we follow as part of our prayers, but it explains the meaning and purpose behind every word and action.It is said that you cannot teach Salat or prayer to someone as it is a personal and internal process. But the author here has managed to do just that through careful selection of texts showcased through the three parts in the book. And the Arabic recitations included in the book give off positive spiritual vibes. It makes the process of prayer an enriching experience than an event that you are simply going through the motions of.The language used is wonderful and I had no trouble in following the book. The English and the Arabic words, mostly used in brackets combine together to make this a great read. As a non Muslim myself, I appreciate the fact that I got immediate translations of words and phrases that I have often heard in relation to the Islamic faith.I don’t have any major grouses with the book, but at certain places I did wish the book had footnotes to give a more detailed history about certain items mentioned in the passages. Though the language used and the sentence structuring is contemporary, it has its own poetic feel. But if you are looking for a genuine Arabic poetic rendering, that you won’t find it here.The introduction given by the author was an honest piece of writing and my heart went out to him that he was able to make such a divine connection with the almighty. I would highly recommend this book to my Muslim brothers and sisters who think that they already know enough about their religion and faith. Reading this book should give you a different perspective and bring you in harmony with God.
Hijab: A Comprehensive Introduction. A comprehensive analysis of the various levels of hijab (female concealment), including the issue of niqab (face covering): From the Qur'an, Hadith & Fiqh.
Mufti Taqi Usmani writes: “Books on the topic of women’s veiling and unveiling have proliferated in our time. The best I have seen on the subject is a monograph by my late father, Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Shafi‘ (Allah have mercy on him), called Tafsil al-Khitab fi Ayat al-Hijab, which forms part of his Ahkam al-Qur’an. In it, he conducted a thorough examination of the verses and hadiths on the subject and elaborated on the views of the jurists and the commentaries of the exegetes about the boundaries and method of hijab. (Takmilah Fath al-Mulhim, 4:153)
This annotated translation of Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Shafi‘’s seminal work is supplemented by three appendices on the following important topics by Mufti Zameelur Rahman: women’s attendance at the masjid for prayer; travelling without a mahram; and the intermingling of genders.An extensive biography of Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Shafi‘ has also been added, drawing primarily from Hayat-i-Mufti-i-A‘zam by Mufti Muhammad Rafi Usmani (1936 – 2022 CE) and other reputable sources.
Additional Information
Weight
0.505 kg
Dimensions
22.4 × 15.3 × 2.2 cm
Book Author
Mufti Muhammad Shafi Translated By: Mufti Zameelur Rahman
Dimensions
6" x 9"
Format
Softcover
ISBN
978-7397530-2-3
Pages
181
Publisher
As-Subah Publications
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.
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.
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
'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...
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.
This book is specially designed as a guide for young Muslims as well as new Muslims and non-Muslims who may desire to see Islam at a glance.
The most basic details of the Islamic faith and rituals need be presented in a simple yet thorough manner, enough for them to grasp the main purpose behind the faith, in its recommended forms, as taught by the Prophet PBUH himself.
Concise and to the point, this book will certainly take the reader by the hand and lead him/her with ease into appreciating the pillars of Islam.
What happens after death? Who are Munkar and Nakir? What will Heaven and Hell be like? What signs should we expect before the Day of Judgement? When will the Mahdi appear? These and many other questions are answered, on the basis of the Qur’an and Hadith, in this volume. Imam al-Haddad explains that every human being passes through the lives: before conception, life in the world, life in the grave, the resurrection, and, finally, the Garden of the Fire. A Muslim must be aware of each of these if he or she is to be sufficiently prepared for eternal life.
Publisher : Qullliam
Format: Paperback
Pages: 97
ISBN: 978-1-872038-08-7
name : al-Ghazali , Marriage and sexuality in Islam
author : Al Ghazali
publisher : Islamic Book trust
ISBN : 9789675062995
pages : 177
Islam considers marriage as the most intimate communion between man and woman. The mystery of sex finds it fulfilment when intimate spiritual harmony is combined with the physical link. Marriage and family laws are, therefore, an important part of Islamic law for the fulfilment of its ultimate objective of building a harmonious and peaceful human society. In his inimitable style, Imam Ghazali discusses this subject in this small book, and shows how Islam, despite differences in rules and marriage, sets out inviolable principles so that marriage is not distorted by godless understandings.”
Organize and store your belongings with our Partition Wooden Box. The sturdy design allows for easy partitioning to keep your items neatly separated and easily accessible. Say goodbye to clutter and hello to organized bliss! This also makes for a stunning tea box.
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.
If you were asked to describe the appearance of the Prophet Muhammad (S), what would you say?
The Prophet Described weaves together classical accounts of the appearance and character of Allah’s finest creation, using the narrations of those closest to him. Expertly crafted into a story-conversation between a mother and son, and using flowing, rhyming text, this book makes learning about Allah’s Messenger (S), a rich and captivating experience. With spectacular illustrations that subtly echo the descriptions, this book is a treasure to be read over and over again.
You’ll be left in awe, wonder and warmth by not just your increased love for the Prophet Muhammad, but even more so, by his love for you.
If your child hasn’t experienced this splendid tale, then they’re really missing out on something powerful. Here’s why:
The Prophet Described is a panoramic picture book with stunning imagery that captivates and elevates your child’s senses and attention, all in an Islamic themed story.
The book is written in repetitive rhyming prose that encourages your child’s active participation in reading the story and increasing their enjoyment of the experience.
By the time your child has completed the book (which, by the way, they’ll want to read again and again!) they would have effortlessly memorised the description of the Prophet (S) in-sha-Allah.
The book is based upon verified hadith narrations so you can rest assured that your child is receiving sound and solid knowledge of Islam.
Rumi is perhaps the only example in world literature of a devoted prose writer who suddenly burst forth into poetry during middle age to become a truly great mystical poet for all time. This book, a long-overdue reckoning of his life and work, begins with a description and examination of the living conditions in 13th-century Persia. Building on this context, Afzal Iqbal proceeds to fully analyze the formative period of Rumi’s life leading up to 1261–when he began the monumental work of writing the Mathnawi. Toward the end of the book, Iqbal more generally investigates Rumi’s thought and includes translations of those portions of the Mathnawi that have been hitherto unavailable in English. Combining an unparalleled familiarity with the source material, a total and critical understanding of the subject, and a powerful and readable prose style, this is an extraordinary study of a truly remarkable poet and mystic.
Soft Flexi cover
Ribbon bookmark attached
398 pages
Noor Nursery Publications
Teach children the benefits of a gratitude attitude with this 6-month undated gratitude journal.With 13 activity pages and a perforated sticker page, it is sure to help instil gratitude in them and a positive attitude.Suitable for 6-12-year olds
Stories from the Life of Umar رضي الله عنه is a compilation of all the important stories from the life of Islam’s most prominent and best loved Sahabi (companion) of the Prophet.
From his acceptance of Islam to his business ethics in life, Umar’s رضي الله عنه tales are narrated in this book in an impeccable manner which gives the book a unique quality that is rarely found in children’s books today.
It’s a best-seller around the world, and children as well as their parents love the well-researched content of this book featuring easy language which is complimented by beautifully illustrated pictures.
Giving Salaams - Saying ‘Assalamu Alaikum’ - is the practice of a Muslim.
However, Abdul does not know this when he and his sister Yasmeen meet Yasmeen’s teacher on the way to their friend’s house.
Abdul soon finds out about giving salaams and loves saying it everywhere he goes.
This beautifully written book relates fascinating stories about their parents, the Prophet and Khadija, their growing up in the vicinity of the Kabah, marriage, motherhood and their contribution to the spread of the message of Islam.
ISBN13: 9781847741868
Publication Date: 05-01-2022
Format: Paperback
118 pages
Kube publishing
We live in a time of complexity and uncertainty within modern life. Whilst the overuse of technology and social media has reduced human interaction in families and neighbourhoods, we have also seen an upsurge of empathy and compassion for fellow human beings during times of difficulty and crises. Positive parenting is about raising a child as a better human being and a better citizen. Our parental obligation is to help children grow into mature and confident adults with a positive character and good social and life skills. Preparing for Life is a reminder to, particularly, Muslim parents about their unique and entrusted role in preparing their children for life with universal human and Islamic values.
Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari is an educationalist, community activist, author, parenting consultant and commentator on social and political issues. He has written for various newspapers, blogs and journals including The Huffington Post and Al Jazeera English, and is the author of a number of books on marriage, family, parenting, identity and community issues from contemporary British Muslim perspectives.
This easy-to-read, comprehensive guide contains what you need to know on how to parent with confidence. Packed with advice and powerful tips, using the latest research on child development and parenting techniques, it offers a mine of information on how to let children flourish, take the frustration out of parenting and develop happy family relations. Authors provide guidance on developing character, knowledge, values, and skills, as well as a faith-based outlook in children, benefitting parents with kids of all ages. The many strategies and techniques offered include: teaching children how to problem-solve, make decisions, and develop self-esteem. Raising God conscious, moral, successful children, with a sense of civic responsibility in today s world is not easy. It is also not impossible. Effective parenting is the key.
