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Book of Religious Learnings: Ihya Ulum Id Din (4 volumes)
by Imam Abu Hamid Ghazali
The masterpiece of Imam al-Ghazali, unquestionably one of the greatest thinkers and theologians of Islam. He reflects on the totality of his studies in Tasawwuf (Sufism) and its related components (purification of the heart, soul, mind and body), tazkiyya, scepticism, philosophy, and spiritual retreat. This work, known in English as “Revival of the Religious Sciences.” Volume 1 – Book of Worship, Volume 2 – Book of Worldly Usages, Volume 3 – Book of Destructive Evils, Volume 4 – Book of Constructive Virtues. Translated by Fazal Kareem
Hardback, Four Volumes,1422 pp.
- Hardcover: 1320 pages
- Publisher: Islamic Book Service (November 30, 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 817231101X
- ISBN-13: 978-8172311018
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Tazkiyah Made Simple
This book helps you to understand and have the knowledge of what Tazkiyaz really is, this book also focuses on the essential aspects of Tazkiyah such as spirituality and self development.
Description from the publisher:
Improve your knowledge of Tazkiyah, or purification of the soul, with this easy-to-read pocket reference book. – gain a meaningful and deeper understanding of Tazkiyah – focus on the essential aspects of Tazkiyah, such as contemplation, spirituality, self-development and remembrance of Allah – learn about and reflect upon the relevance of Tazkiyah in the present time and its importance in spiritual development – a 7 page pull out chart showing Tazkiyah at a glance
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Tazkiyah: Purification of the Soul
Tazkiyah literally means purification. In the extended sense it means growth. In this respect, tazkiyah means intellectual development. The mind is not something stagnant, it is ever-growing, like a tree. It is this process which is called “adding faith to their faith” (48:4) in the Quran. Adding faith to faith means development in consciousness, which is another name for intellectual development. The real faith is one which does not stagnate, but grows continuously in its conviction about God.
How does tazkiyah or intellectual development take place? The path to this is contemplation. Contemplation is in itself a continuous process – contemplating the Quran and Hadith, the life of the Prophet, the lives of the Companions, the various human disciplines, the universe, the earth and the heavens. There is also the kind of contemplation which takes place during serious discussions. In this process of contemplation, new ideas emerge, deeper meanings come to light, new aspects hitherto unexplored of different events and realities are discovered, and every experience will bring him closer to God.
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Du’a Selected supplications
Selected supplications according to the Qur’an and Sunnah with English Translation.
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The Way of Sufi Chivalry
- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Inner Traditions; New Edition of Book of Sufi Chivalry: Lessons to a Son of the Moment edition (April 1, 1991)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0892813172
- ISBN-13: 978-0892813179
- Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.4 x 8.2 inches
A highly respected Sufi saint and scholar of the 10th century, Ibn al-Husayn al-Sulami compiled this book as a guide to enlightened behavior for the spiritual aspirant. In its pages, he records the teachings of renowned spiritual masters (available for the first time in English translation) as well as tales and quotations from the Koran and Hadith. The teachings reveal the true meaning of compassion, love, friendship, generosity, and hospitality, as well as the right actions associated with these virtues.
According to the Sufis, Futuwwah is a code of honorable behavior that follows the example of the prophets, saints, and sages. By adhering to its precepts, the student learns detachment from the ego. The Way of Sufi Chivalry addresses the reader directly, providing the aspirant of today with living guidance on the path of perfection and the way of Sufism.
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Rumi and His Sufi Path of Love
This collection of articles by artists, philosophers, psychologists, and social scientists explores the Sufi tradition and its best-known teacher, Rumi, a 13th-century poet, jurist, and philosopher. Setting aside the standard account of Rumi as a poet of mystic love, these contributors view his writings in a historical context, investigating Sufism’s ties to Islam and the teachings of the Prophet Mohammad and tracing Rumi’s influence on Persian and Turkish literature. The reasons why Sufism has transcended national boundaries and sectarian strife so successfully are also debated, and several contributors recommend the Sufi message of faith, love, and tolerance as a useful common ground for dialogue between religious groups.
- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Tughra Books (May 1, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1597840785
- ISBN-13: 978-1597840781
- Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 0.3 x 9.1 inches
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For Whom the Troubadour Sings
Dawud Wharnsby’s unconventional approaches to writing and religion challenge paradigms of how we look at our own lives in relation to others and the world through which we all journey. “For Whom the Troubadour Sings” collects together all the lyrics that have inspired communities of all faiths around the world for over two decades. Dawud’s work as a writer, inspired in part by his deep respect for spiritual scriptures and the Qur’an in particular, goes beyond the realms of testimony, praise or propagation. Readers of all ages and faith traditions are offered intimate glimpses or windows into the human experience.
- Paperback: 156 pages
- Publisher: Kube Publishing Ltd (June 1, 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1847740111
- ISBN-13: 978-1847740113
- Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
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Surrendering to God
The word Muslim is commonly used like a brand name: One is either Muslim or not. In this book, Tatari expounds on the literal meaning of being a Muslim, which is the verbal noun submitter. She explains that we are a submitter (Muslim) if and when we submit our mind, heart, and actions to God’s Will. From this perspective, this book appeals not only to those who profess a Muslim identity, but to all who strive to find answers to their existential questions and submit to their Creator.
- Paperback: 186 pages
- Publisher: Tughra Books (January 31, 2013)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1597842702
- ISBN-13: 978-1597842709
- Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 0.5 x 9 inches
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Street Child (Essential Modern Classics) (Collins Modern Classics)
Unforgettable tale of an orphan in Victorian London, based on the boy whose plight inspired Dr Barnardo to found his famous children’s homes. When his mother dies, Jim Jarvis is left all alone in London. He is sent to the workhouse but quickly escapes, choosing a hard life on the streets of the city over the confines of the workhouse walls. Struggling to survive, Jim finally finds some friends. . .only to be snatched away and made to work for the remorselessly cruel Grimy Nick, constantly guarded by his vicious dog, Snipe. Will Jim ever manage to be free?
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Qualities of a Devoted Soul: A Portrayal of the Hizmet People
- Paperback: 198 pages
- Publisher: The Light Inc (January 1, 2013)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1597842923
- ISBN-13: 978-1597842921
- Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 0.6 x 9.1 inches
An essential Guide for Volunteers: A Portrayal of the Hizmet People
A believer is a devoted individual who has submitted his soul to its true owner. Faith is the greatest reality in the universe.
It is a light that enters the heart through the guidance of God and transforms its fortunate bearer into a person of responsibility.
This noble responsibility manifests itself as sincere efforts exerted on the sanctified path of God and venerable behavior propelled by good manners.
Faith is a covenant made between God and His servants. All believers are obligated to keep their promise to God and behave in a manner of being aware of their responsibilities. A believer’s path is the path of the righteous, his aim is to uphold the truth, and his objective is to seek the pleasure of God with every blink of an eye. This is the wisdom of having freewill and being human necessitates this sacred philanthropy and altruism.
This book is based on various essays and narrative stories that illustrate the profundity of faith and the unique qualities of a devoted soul who has dedicated himself to serving God.