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How are we to become true believers who seek God’s good pleasure? How are we to become mindful of God, to be thankful or worshipful? How are we to control our anger and pride? How are we to follow the example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)? This inspirational book of wise advice answers these questions and guides us toward the spiritual life.
Khurram Murad (1932–1996) was the director general of The Islamic Foundation, United Kingdom, and a renowned teacher who spent 40 years in the spiritual teaching and training of thousands of young Muslim people around the globe. He has published more than 20 works in English and Urdu.
R220,00
In The Prophet’s Garden (A selection of Hadith for the Young) – Fatima M.D’oyen & Abdelkader Chachi
Easy to read and understand. Thematically arranged anthology of the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad.
This is a collection of two hundred ahadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad) taken from authentic sources. The book is thematically arranged in twenty-nine short chapters to cover essential Islamic teachings on faith, religious practices, morals and manners, character, and conduct. Aimed at children and young people from the age of ten onwards, this book also forms a suitable general introduction to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad for people of other faiths and those new to Islam.
A colorful presentation with images, Arabic narration, and English translation.
A question commonly posed in different circles is: if we all refer to the same sacred texts of the Quran and Sunnah for guidance, why are there so many differences between the schools of Islamic law (madhahib)? In other words, why did the great jurists (fuqaha) of Islam such as the four main Imams and their students differ in their opinions and rulings? This work attempts to answer this very question, focusing on one aspect, namely: how different understandings of the hadith literature influenced and shaped these differences in opinion. In addition, the author responds to some of the misgivings and objections which some people levy against these distinguished luminaries of Islam.This valuable work is a must-read for students of hadith and fiqh, as well as anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the differences that occur between the various schools of Islamic law. It will alert the reader to the expertise of the jurist Imams and the effort they exerted in deriving rulings from the Quran and Sunnah. It will also create in him a state of serenity and trust towards the Imams and their schools of law, which are followed by the vast majority of the Muslim Ummah.
•Publisher: Red Kufi Books
•ISBN: 978-0-980-36470-5
•Pages: 130
•Binding: Softcover
As social beings, we will encounter difficulties in life for which we have no answers. It is only to’Allah that we turn for help.
It is divided into du-‘as from the Qur’an, various Prophets including the Prophet Muhammad and those taught to the author, by his mentors; Shaykh Salih Abadie and Shaykh Shakir Gamieldien.
The author also provides insight into the importance of du-‘a’ as worship to ’Allah as well as guidelines for its recital and understanding His response.
A perfect gift for a loved one or new Muslim, the du-‘as are provided in Arabic, along with transliteration and English translation.
No. of pages: 100
Date published: 12/06/2014
ISBN: 9780952085324
This unique book brings together, for the first time, traditional and new principles required in Qur’anic interpretation. It sets the challenge for present day scholars to take up the mantle of elucidating the Qur’an within our modern context and reinforces to the layman what a bewilderingly wondrous gift it is that Allah has placed in our midst.
About The Translator Mostafa al-Badawi is one of the world’s premier translators of Islamic spiritual texts. He is a Consultant Psychiatrist and member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. He studied under many shaykhs, foremost among whom is the late Habib Ahmad Mashhur al-Haddad. His other translations include: Book of Assistance, The Lives of Man, Two Treatises, The Prophetic Invocations, and Degrees of the Soul. He is also the author of Man and the Universe: An Islamic Perspective, recently published. He resides in Madinah.
Title: Inward sin
Paperback - 102 pages
By - Imam Muḥammad Saʿīd Ramaḍān al-Būṭī
Translated by - Mahdi Lock
ISBN - 978-981-18-2877-5
Selling price : R195
The second volume of Imam al-Buti's pinnacle papers. Most Muslims today are turning their attention towards analyzing Islam and trying to present the true state of the Muslims, but they only look at outward actions and statements. These deeds and statements are nothing but the upper floors of Islam’s building; they cannot be strengthened nor consolidated unless they are relying on that humble, hidden part of the building known as the foundations.
These foundations are established in the heart, so how can the foundations of Islam’s building be established therein? How can a connection be made between the foundations of this building and its upper floors, such that the Muslims can guarantee that it will not be blown away by the wind or rocked by a storm, and that it will not be inundated by the forces of tyranny and base desires? The mission of this book is to answer these questions and reveal the ways to make this connection between one’s Islamic life inside the heart and one’s Islamic life as manifested via one’s limbs and organs.
Abḥāth fil-Qimmah (‘Pinnacle Papers’) comprises ten books by the Imam, each of which covers an important topic in Islamic thought. The great scholar deals with several problematic issues that have been raised in recent times in a brilliant, fluent fashion
• Publisher The Islamic Texts Society
• ISBN 978-0946621477
•Pages 261
• Binding Softcover
A wide-ranging study of the Muslim religion which aims to explore what it means to be a Muslim, a member of the community which embraces a quarter of the world's population and to describe the forces which have shaped the hearts and minds of Islamic people.
• ISBN 978-0946621477
•Pages 261
• Binding Softcover
A wide-ranging study of the Muslim religion which aims to explore what it means to be a Muslim, a member of the community which embraces a quarter of the world's population and to describe the forces which have shaped the hearts and minds of Islamic people.
"What does an authentic Islamic government look like and how does it operate? In this concise but wide-ranging book the renowned scholar Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani provides an authoritative survey of the guidance given by the canonical Islamic sources in matters of politics. In six chapters he examines the role and conduct of politics and political activity in Islam in the light of the Qur’ān and the Prophetic Sunnah; guidelines for the process of forming a government; rules and procedures for running a government; the Islamic injunctions concerning defence and foreign policy; and the circumstances in which it may become permissible to remove a ruler or government from office. The book is rounded off with two articles by the same author, on political affairs with specific reference to Pakistan. Islam and Politics is essential reading for those seeking a readable and reliable account of the basic teachings of Islam concerning politics and government.
Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani is one of the world’s most prominent scholars of the Islamic sciences and former Justice of the High Court of Pakistan. Born at Deoband, India, in 1943, he studied with leading ‘ulamā’ in Karachi and elsewhere. His main fields of expertise are Hadith, jurisprudence, Sufism, and economics. Mufti Usmani has published numerous books and articles, in Urdu, Arabic and English, on these and other aspects of Islamic studies."
Author: Normal Daniel
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
ISBN: 9781851686568
Pages: 472
This classic study by Norman Daniel explores the political and religious considerations behind distorted western views of Islam, examining Christian-Muslim interaction from medieval times to the modern world. First published over 30 years ago, the message within this great scholarly achievement is more relevant today than ever before. This timeless and accessible book should be of interest to students and for anyone wishing to gain a deeper insight into the complex relations between two of the world’s greatest religions.
• Publisher Claritas Books
• ISBN 9780953758272
•Pages 120
• Binding Softcover
Written by one of the outstanding scholars of the 20th Century, Islamic Manners is a vital book that exemplifies the character and personality of every Muslim. Shaykh Abdul Fattah Abu Ghudda (1917-1997) was a leading scholar in the field of hadith. This book discusses essential adab (manners) and covers the following areas: Importance of Appearance Entering and Leaving a House The Manners of Visiting The Manners of Conversation Social Manners Communicating with Non-Muslims The Manners of Eating & Drinking Weddings Visiting a Sick Person Condolences
• ISBN 9780953758272
•Pages 120
• Binding Softcover
Written by one of the outstanding scholars of the 20th Century, Islamic Manners is a vital book that exemplifies the character and personality of every Muslim. Shaykh Abdul Fattah Abu Ghudda (1917-1997) was a leading scholar in the field of hadith. This book discusses essential adab (manners) and covers the following areas: Importance of Appearance Entering and Leaving a House The Manners of Visiting The Manners of Conversation Social Manners Communicating with Non-Muslims The Manners of Eating & Drinking Weddings Visiting a Sick Person Condolences
•Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing
•ISBN: 978-1-952306-07-5
•Pages: 80
•Binding: Paperback
"All the Sultan's Men" is a translation of Imam al-Suyuti's text “Ma Rawahu al-Asatin fi 'Adami al-Maji'i ila al-Salatin”. As indicated by the title, it argues and establishes the blameworthy nature of scholars associating with rulers. Since the age of early Muslims when the Prophetic Khilafah ended and the era of Muslim kings and empires began, scholars have wrestled with the nature of the relationship between the ulema-class and rulers. Some of our most illustrious Imams, such as Imam Abu Hanifah & Imam Malik, refused official appointments from rulers. Moreover, they refused to visit them in their courts. Others such as Qadi Abu Yusuf - the student of Imam Abu Hanifah - accepted official appointments. Such disparity in the way of dealing with the rulers was echoed throughout the time of the Tabi'in. Some scholars accepted appointments, while others criticized them and refused such an association. Nonetheless, both scholar and layman require guidance on the correct measures to take in times of confusion. One may wonder, "When is it acceptable for a scholar to accept an appointment?" Or "When is it appropriate for a scholar to avoid politics altogether?" Others may ask, "Is there a middle ground between the two opinions?" Such questions require in-depth answers. Although this text is only an introduction to the subject, it provides clear guidance on what kinds of interactions with the rulers are blameworthy for scholars, and why.
•ISBN: 978-1-952306-07-5
•Pages: 80
•Binding: Paperback
"All the Sultan's Men" is a translation of Imam al-Suyuti's text “Ma Rawahu al-Asatin fi 'Adami al-Maji'i ila al-Salatin”. As indicated by the title, it argues and establishes the blameworthy nature of scholars associating with rulers. Since the age of early Muslims when the Prophetic Khilafah ended and the era of Muslim kings and empires began, scholars have wrestled with the nature of the relationship between the ulema-class and rulers. Some of our most illustrious Imams, such as Imam Abu Hanifah & Imam Malik, refused official appointments from rulers. Moreover, they refused to visit them in their courts. Others such as Qadi Abu Yusuf - the student of Imam Abu Hanifah - accepted official appointments. Such disparity in the way of dealing with the rulers was echoed throughout the time of the Tabi'in. Some scholars accepted appointments, while others criticized them and refused such an association. Nonetheless, both scholar and layman require guidance on the correct measures to take in times of confusion. One may wonder, "When is it acceptable for a scholar to accept an appointment?" Or "When is it appropriate for a scholar to avoid politics altogether?" Others may ask, "Is there a middle ground between the two opinions?" Such questions require in-depth answers. Although this text is only an introduction to the subject, it provides clear guidance on what kinds of interactions with the rulers are blameworthy for scholars, and why.
The work in your hands is by Shayk Tahir al-Jazi’iri (may Allah shower him with mercy), one of the leading Muslim scholars and thinkers of the twentieth century. It is aimed at providing the layperson with the basics of Islamic creed (‘Aqidah) adhered to by all members of the Muslim mainstream, Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jama’ah. Topics are discussed using the question and answer method to facilitate quick grasp and avoid confusion between concepts. Care has been taken to add proofs and references from the Quran and the Hadith for added confidence and further study. his is an absolute must-read and an invaluable addition to the library of every Muslim home.
• Publisher Visions of Reality Books
• ISBN 978-1909460010
•Pages 127
• Binding Softcover
This is the definitive guide to visiting the Messenger of God, may peace and blessings be upon him, with high adab and courtesy the book takes the visitor to the Radiant City of Madina, and the Blessed Mosque of the Messenger of God, and onwards through to presenting oneself in front of the Best of Creation, may peace and blessings be upon him. En route the authors dedicate chapters to; The Merits of the Possessor of the Tremendous Character, The Shariah position of visiting him, Recommendations for the Visitor, How to Visit him upon whom be peace and blessings, The Good Manners in Standing in front of the Chosen One. Attributes of the City of Madina An indispensable guide to visitors and a spirit lifting read for those aspirations are to be close to the Best of Creation, may peace and blessings forever be upon him.
• ISBN 978-1909460010
•Pages 127
• Binding Softcover
This is the definitive guide to visiting the Messenger of God, may peace and blessings be upon him, with high adab and courtesy the book takes the visitor to the Radiant City of Madina, and the Blessed Mosque of the Messenger of God, and onwards through to presenting oneself in front of the Best of Creation, may peace and blessings be upon him. En route the authors dedicate chapters to; The Merits of the Possessor of the Tremendous Character, The Shariah position of visiting him, Recommendations for the Visitor, How to Visit him upon whom be peace and blessings, The Good Manners in Standing in front of the Chosen One. Attributes of the City of Madina An indispensable guide to visitors and a spirit lifting read for those aspirations are to be close to the Best of Creation, may peace and blessings forever be upon him.
ISBN: 9781905884094
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 536
Publisher: Claritas Books
Journey Through the Quran: A textbook style companion that will revolutionise your Quranic studies
This new Quran companion will assist you in your study of the words of Allah. Journey Through the Quran, is a modern presentation of all the 114 surahs of the Quran, to make it easy for anyone to become a student of the Quran. This book breaks every surah into sections, mind-maps, themes, key verses and selected vocabulary, so that English speakers can instantly familiarise themselves with the individual chapters of the Quran.
Journey Through the Quran is primarily aimed at the English speaking audience, who are used to self-explanatory presentation of information. That is why this unique book is filled with:
■ Diagrams and mind-maps so you can SEE the facts. Ideal for visual learners.
■ Key stories, lessons and messages section: this makes you easily understand the objectives of every chapter and the meaning of Allah’s words.
■ Over 1000 Arabic words translated so that you can start the journey towards learning the language of the Quran itself.
■ Quranic supplications are drawn out from the surahs so you can easily memorise them and implement in your life. Quranic duas are the most powerful way of asking Allah!
■ Key verses section in both Arabic and English, which highlight for you the most important ayat of every surah, so they become instantly recognisable for you.
■ Hardback cover for premium feel in your hands and durability because you will be using this book very often!
• Publisher Kube Publishing
• ISBN 978-1847741974
•Pages 260
• Binding Hardcover
In every moment of the day of Judgment, from the moment you rise from their grave to when you take your place in the assembly. From when you are brought forth to be held accountable by your Lord, to when you are taken to the scale for the scrolls to be weighed, from when you prepare to cross the bridge to your anticipated arrival at the gates of Paradise. There are good deeds that You have sent forth that will come to your aid. Deeds that will take you by your hand and testify on your behalf, that will settle your feet and shade you from the scorching heat. That will light your way in the darkness and guide you to the abode of eternal delight. So do not ask your Lord when the day of Judgment will be, but ask yourself what deeds have you prepared for that day.
• ISBN 978-1847741974
•Pages 260
• Binding Hardcover
In every moment of the day of Judgment, from the moment you rise from their grave to when you take your place in the assembly. From when you are brought forth to be held accountable by your Lord, to when you are taken to the scale for the scrolls to be weighed, from when you prepare to cross the bridge to your anticipated arrival at the gates of Paradise. There are good deeds that You have sent forth that will come to your aid. Deeds that will take you by your hand and testify on your behalf, that will settle your feet and shade you from the scorching heat. That will light your way in the darkness and guide you to the abode of eternal delight. So do not ask your Lord when the day of Judgment will be, but ask yourself what deeds have you prepared for that day.
These are some of the best-loved tales from the Quran and from the life of the Prophet Muhammad. Especially chosen for the very young, they provide a foundation on which to build a growing knowledge of the scriptures. This is story-telling at its best, with the meaning and message expressed in the simplest of words. As well as being easy to understand, these stories are also fun to read and share with others. Colourful, child-friendly illustrations complement the text and bring the stories vividly to life.
