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The Book of Hadith: Sayings of the Prophet Muhammad from the Mishkat Al Masabih
Charles Le Gai Eaton, Jeremy Henzell-Thomas
5.0
This selection of the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad was made by the internationally respected British Muslim scholar, Charles le Gai Eaton. The Book of Hadith captures not only the practical and profound wisdom of the Prophet, but his human side as well. Contains Arabic text as well.
There are four schools of thought in the Sunni (I was brought up a Sunni) and all four schools of thought agree it means: first of all, warn her, like a child. If she carries on this way, then the next step is not to share her bed, as a way of showing how disgruntled you are with her behaviour. Finally, there are the beatings, and the four schools of thought then go on to describe in detail how the beatings should take place. One shouldn’t leave wounds, the beating should be done with a small to a medium-sized stick, it’s to cause pain but not concussion, and so on. The same liberty is not given to women. And Muslim women I talk to say, ‘But we are equal in the Koran!’ But in my view, by no math is that any form of equality. [source]
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The Complete Forty Hadith
Nawawi
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"الأربعين في مباني الإسلام وقواعد الدين"
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DUAs for Success: 100+ DUAs (prayers and supplications) from Quran and Hadith
IqraSense
4.8
Finally, here is a DUA book that packs many DUAs that you will need for your life's various situations. These include DUAs that ask Allah for the ease of one's difficulties, blessings for self and family, increase in Rizq (life's provisions), relief from anxiety and calmness in hearts and many more. This book contains specially selected DUAs (invocations and supplications to Allah) that are suitable for asking Allah for relief from burdens and difficulties and asking for success and happiness in this life and the hereafter. These DUAs are taken both from the Quran and Hadith of the Prophet (sallal-lahu Alaihi wasallam).
A collection of more than 100 Duas that are not commonly documented are taken from Sahih Bukhari, Muslim, Abi Dawood, Tirmidhi, and other authentic books.
The final chapter at the end includes Duas from the Quran with an explanation of when various prophets made those Duas to Allah.
This Dua book should be carried by every person to help with the day to day affairs and burdens of life.
DUAs in this book are suitable for asking Allah for:
Relief from debts
Increase in Rizq (provisions)
Relief from anxiety and calmness in hearts
Ease of difficulties
Blessings for self and family
Asking for righteous children
Forgiveness of sins
Staying firm in faith
Asking for a sound character
Asking for security for family
High status in this life and the hereafter
Refuge from calamities
High status in Jannah
Tawakkul (trust) in Allah
Success in this life and the hereafter
Health and wealth
Asking for lawful provisions
Protection from persecution
Refuge from laziness and old age
Relief from poverty
Protection from Satan and other evils
and 100+ more Duas both from Quran and Hadith
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Hadith: Muhammad's Legacy in the Medieval and Modern World
Jonathan A.C. Brown
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Contrary to popular opinion, the bulk of Islamic law does not come from the Qur'an but rather from hadith, first-hand reports of the prophet Muhammad's words and deeds, passed from generation to generation. However, with varying accounts often only committed to paper a century after the death of Muhammad, Islamic scholars, past and present, have been faced with complex questions of historical authenticity. Informative and accessible, this wide-ranging introduction provides a detailed exploration of the collection and criticism of hadith and examines the controversy surrounding its role in modern Islam. Complete with a glossary, extensive bibliography, and helpful diagrams, Hadith: An Introduction is perfectly suited to students, scholars, and the general reader interested in this critical element of Islam.
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Riyad as Salihin: The Gardens of the Righteous
Imam Nawawi
4.8
Riyad As Salihin: The Gardens of the Righteous, is one of the most famous works of Imam Nawawi. This collection of authentic hadiths can be briefly defined as a book of enhancing morals, mannerliness, encouraging goodness, and warning against the evil. This work consists of the wisdom of the noble Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, setting the criteria about the manners to be observed by individuals. Since the time it was published, Riyad As Salihin has been a must read on the way to deepening in Islamic teaching. This work we present to you with pride is an abridged version of the full compilation.
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Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam
A. Helwa
4.8
Are you longing to experience a more intimate and loving relationship with the Divine?
Secrets of Divine Love draws upon spiritual secrets of the Qur'an, ancient mystical poetry, and stories from the world's greatest prophets and spiritual masters to help you reignite your faith, overcome your doubts, and deepen your connection with God.
Through the use of scientific evidence, practical exercises, and guided meditations, you will develop the tools and awareness needed to discern and overcome your negative inner critic that prevents you from experiencing God's all-encompassing love.
The passages in this book serve as a compass and guiding light that returns you to the source of divine peace and surrender. Through the principles and practices of Islam, you will learn how to unlock your spiritual potential and unveil your divine purpose. Secrets of Divine Love uses a rational, yet heart-based approach towards the Qur'an that not only enlightens the mind, but inspires the soul towards deeper intimacy with God.
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Nahj Al-Balagha
Imam Ali Ibn Abi Taleb, Farouk Ebeid
4.8
The Nahj al-Balagha is the most famous collections of Shi'a sermons, attributed to Ali (Ali ibn Abi Talib). It was collected by Al-Sharif al-Radi, or in Persian Seyyed Razi, in the 10th century. It is considered by many to be the epitome of eloquence, a masterpiece of Arab literature and, for Shi'a Muslims, is second only to the Qur'an. Nahj means open way, road, course, method or manner. Balaghah means eloquence, art of good style and communication, rhetoric.
I just finished reading the Nahjul balagha (peak of eloquence) it’s a book that has recorded Imam Ali’s early life, his sermons on the pulpit, his letters to the people within his government while he was a caliph and his sayings about life/patience/death. It’s an amazing read! [source]
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Spiritual Gems of Islam: Insights & Practices from the Qur'an, Hadith, Rumi & Muslim Teaching Stories to Enlighten the Heart & Mind
Imam Jamal Rahman
4.8
Refine your heart and mind with the wisdom of Islamic spirituality
"To live a meaningful life--one that brings us joy, contentment and fulfillment--we have to do the inner spiritual work of becoming a more complete human being." --from the Introduction
Over the centuries, Islamic sages have gleaned timeless spiritual insights and practices from sacred texts, meditation and knowledge of the heart--gems that have been passed down from generation to generation. This book invites you--no matter what your practice may be--to access the treasure chest of Islamic spirituality, particularly Sufism, and use its wealth to strengthen your own journey.
The riches include guidance drawn from the Qur'an, sayings of the Prophet Muhammad and Sufi poets such as the thirteenth-century Rumi on cultivating awareness, intentionality and compassion for self and others. This book also features entertaining wisdom teaching stories, especially those of Mulla Nasruddin, Islam's great comic foil, to expand the mind and heart. It breaks down barriers to accessing this ancient tradition for modern seekers by dispelling myths about the Muslim faith concerning gender bias, inclusivity and appreciation for diversity.
Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey, you will find these gems worthy additions to your own treasure chest within.
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30 days of learning and good deeds: (Islamic books for kids)
Bachar Karroum
4.8
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But...Who is Allah?: (Islamic books for kids)
Bachar Karroum
4.7
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The Hadith: Sahih Al-Bukhari
Muhammad al-Bukhari
4.7
The entire collection of the Hadith by Muhammad al-Bukhari. The Hadith are sayings of the Prophet Muhammad; this is one of the six major collections. Sunni Muslims view Sahih Al-Bukhari as one of the three most trusted collections of hadith along with Sahih Muslim and Muwatta Imam Malik. In some circles, it is considered the most authentic book after the Quran. The book was compiled around 200 years after the death of Muhammad.
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Misquoting Muhammad: The Challenge and Choices of Interpreting the Prophet's Legacy
Jonathan A.C. Brown
4.7
Few things provoke controversy in the modern world like the religion brought by Muhammad. Modern media are replete with alarm over jihad, underage marriage and the threat of amputation or stoning under Shariah law. Sometimes rumor, sometimes based in fact and often misunderstood, the tenets of Islamic law and dogma were not set in the religion’s founding moments. They were developed over centuries by the clerical class of Muslim scholars.
Misquoting Muhammad takes the reader back in time through Islamic civilization and traces how and why such controversies developed, offering an inside view into how key and controversial aspects of Islam took shape. From the protests of the Arab Spring to Istanbul at the fall of the Ottoman Empire, and from the ochre red walls of Delhi’s great mosques to the trade routes of Islam’s Indian Ocean world, Misquoting Muhammad lays out how Muslim intellectuals have sought to balance reason and revelation, weigh science and religion, and negotiate the eternal truths of scripture amid shifting values.
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A Textbook of Hadith Studies: Authenticity, Compilation, Classification and Criticism of Hadith
Mohammad Hashim Kamali
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A Textbook of Hadith Studies provides an academic introduction to the Hadith, or the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, which are second only to the Qur'an (Koran) in their authoritativeness within Islamic tradition. Suitable for university courses and all serious students of Islam, the topics surveyed include Hadith methodology, Hadith literature, the history of Hadith compilation and documentation, and the methods of Hadith criticism (al-jarh wa al-ta'dil) and classification.
Mohammad Hashim Kamali, born in Afghanistan in 1944, was a professor of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence at the International Islamic University in Malaysia, and dean of the International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC) from 1985–2007. He is currently chairman and CEO of the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies, Malaysia. He is also on the international advisory boards of eleven academic journals published in Malaysia, the United States, Canada, Kuwait, India, Australia, and Pakistan. Professor Kamali has addressed over 120 national and international conferences, and has published sixteen books and over 110 academic articles. His books include The Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence, Freedom of Expression in Islam, and Islamic Commercial Law: An Analysis of Futures and Options.
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Daily Wisdom: Sayings of the Prophet Muhammad
Abdur Raheem Kidwai
4.7
This attractive presentation of the Prophet Muhammad's teachings engages the reader in a moment of daily reflection. With 365 traditions covering the whole year, Daily Wisdom explores Islamic morals and manners in all aspects of everyday life. Beautifully presented, this ideal gift item is a must for every home.Abdur Raheem Kidwai is professor of English at the Aligarh Muslim University in India and a well-known author of many works on the Qur'an and Islam.
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130 Hadeeth on Manners from Buloogh al-Maraam Workbook
Moosaa Richardson
4.7
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200 Golden Hadiths From the Messenger of Allah
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Darussalam Publishers, et al.
4.7
Get this book from iBook store by following URL http://goo.gl/eNxGwd Every Muslim is aware of the importance of the Prophet’s hadiths. Islam is based on two major sources: the Qur’an and the Sunnah, and the latter is available to us in the form of hadiths. The Prophet said, “Whoever comes to know one hadith of mine should spread it.” However, the Prophet also told us to be careful when spreading his hadiths so as not to alter any component of it, otherwise, “he can take his seat in the hellfire.” Within this book I have incorporated 200 small hadiths of the Prophet. The reason for choosing the smaller hadiths of the Prophets is so that the youth can easily become accustomed to the words of the Prophet. All the hadiths concern the important matters of the religion, which every person should have knowledge of. I have come to the realization that many youth from among the Muslims have not memorized even one hadith of the Prophet. For this reason I have chosen smaller hadiths so that they can be easily memorized by them and they can spread them to others. This way our relatives and our friends can memorize some words of the Prophet which will bring them benefit in the hereafter. This book has purposely not been organized into any specific categories. Experience through the years has taught me that this style of non-categorization is easier for the general masses who are not scholars or students of knowledge. I am also aware that many languages exists out there in which the hadiths of the Prophet have not yet been translated. This is why, Allah-willing, my intention is to have this small work translated into at least 30 different languages.
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A Commentary on the Depiction of Prophet Muhammad: Shama'il Muhammadiyyah
Imam al-Tirmidhi
4.7
A Commentary on Imam al-Tirmidhi's Shama'il Muhammadiyyah, the most famous and widely accepted work on the description of the Prophet (sallahu alayhi wa sallam).
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The Shama’il of Imām al-Tirmidhī is one of the most extensive and celebrated works on the description and attributes of the Messenger of Allah (s). The 415 narrations were carefully selected by the great muhaddith to craft a vivid depiction of the Prophet (s). Through this, a portrait of his blessed physical appearance, habits, worship, daily routine, spirituality and much more is painted by those most beloved to him: his noble companions and family members.
To aid the reader in extracting the maximum beauty and wisdom from the narrations, we have carefully selected explanatory gems from over forty classical and contemporary works. Some of the scholars from whom we have taken include: Abdul Razzaq al-Badr, Ibn Hajar al-Asqalanī, Alī al-Qārī, Al-Bajūrī, Ibn Hajar al-Haytamī, Abū Bakr ibn al-‘Arabī , Al-Nawawī, Ibn al-Uthaymīn, Al-Ghazālī, Qadī ‘Iyyād, Ibn Taymiyyah, Ibn al-Qayyim, Al-Shawkānī, Muhammad Amīn al-Shanqītī, Ibn Abdul Barr, Ibn Rajab, Al-Qastalanī, Ibn Kathīr, Abdul Rahman al-Mubarakfūrī, Abū Hafs al-Sūhrawardī, Ibn al-Jawzī, Abdul Muhsin al-Abbad, Al-Suyūtī, Hafith al-Iraqī, Al-San’anī, Ibn Battal, Nasiruddīn al-Albānī and many more.
Ibn Kathīr said, “Scholars authored many titles on the depiction of the Prophet (s), some of which were dedicated books and some of which were chapters in books. From the best books authored about the depiction of the Prophet (s) is the book of Abū 'Īsa, Muhammad ibn 'Īsa al-Sulamī al-Tirmidhi, known as al-Shama'il.” [Al -Bidaya wal Nihayah 8/385]
Abdul Razzaq al-Badr said, "This blessed book is from the best and most beneficial books written about the character and depiction of the Prophet (s) and its author made it such an excellent work through his structuring of it and the hadiths he included therein. This is the reason why many scholars praise the book and consider it from the best books authored about this topic."
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Bulugh Al-Maram: Attainment of the Objective According to Evidence of the Ordinances
Muhammad bin Ismail Al-Sanani
4.6
Bulugh al-Maram: Attainment of the Objective According to Evidence of the Ordinances; In this book the editor has recorded the true significance of almost each Hadith. He also mentions the origins of the Ahadith and makes a comparison of the versions. Versions have been shortened to present just the main purpose of the Hadith according to its classification under the chapter.
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Studies in Hadith Methodology and Literature
Muhammad Mustafa Azami
4.6
This book, in lucid English, discusses the methodology and literature of ahadith. Divided into 2 parts, Part I on Hadith methodology covers: the definition of Hadith, authority in Islam, The Prophet's role, recording of hadiths, the isnad system, the history and methodology of hadith criticism, the criticism of hadith, and fabrication of hadiths. Part II covers the major scholars of hadith and their works. The author hopes that through careful reading, it would eliminate most of the doubts which have been created, deliberately or out of ignorance, by Orientalists and others and would provide basic knowledge of the subject.
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Treasures and Gems From the Quran & Hadith
Hadrat Mawlana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar and Tameem Ahmadi
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Inspirations from the Quran - Selected Duas, Verses, and Surahs from the Quran: Includes Select Commentary, Tafsir, and Reasons for Revelation
IqraSense
4.6
In this unique book, you will finally get the opportunity to learn not only the sacred Quranic Du'as (Supplications) but also the context in which various people including the prophets of Allah made those Du'as, thus increasing your appreciation and faith when making those Quranic Duas to Allah.
Here are some examples of those powerful Duas:
Dua that a few young people who were being persecuted made to Allah to ask for His guidance and wisdom in their affairs A Quranic Dua about which Prophet Muhammad (s) said, "No Muslim ever prays to his Lord with these words for anything, but He will answer his prayer.'' Dua that Children of Israel made when they were being led by Talut (Saul) against Jalut (Goliath) in a big battle Dua that Prophet Zakaria made when he was approaching a state of hopelessness to have children of his own Dua that Prophet Huud (A.S.) and Prophet Yaqub (Jacob) made for having Tawakkul (trust) in Allah Dua that Prophet Ayyub (Job) made when he was in a distressful situation having lost all his health, wealth, and children Dua that Prophet Younus (Jonah) made when he was punished by Allah for making a mistake Dua that Prophet Musa (Moses) made when he and his people were running from Fir'awan (Pharaoh) who was chasing them with his army and they came upon a sea and didn't know where to go next. And many more Duas... This excellent book also covers the following topics:
Spiritual power and virtues of Quranic verses Special Surahs and verses that according to Prophetic sayings have special blessings Duas from the Quran for various situations Context of select DUAs based on commentary and Tafsir Significance of various Surahs and reasons for revelation of select Surahs. Additionally, in this 180 page book you will get to learn the special blessings of the following Surahs and verses of the Quran: Special blessings of Surah Al-Fatihah (Allah mentions about the verses of Surah Al-Fatihah in a separate Surah and verse in the Quran) Special blessings of two verses of the Quran about which the Prophet (s) said that whoever recites them will suffice him. The verse from Surah Aal-e-Imran which when it was revealed made the prophet (s), he stood up and cried until his beard became wet. He, then, prostrated and cried until he made the ground wet. He then laid down on his side and cried. A Surah in the Quran that according to the prophet (s) will argue on behalf of its reciter until it causes him to enter into Paradise. and information on other Surahs.
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knowing You
Shaziya Barkat
4.6
"knowing You" is about heartbreaks, loss, hope, and love. It is a spiritual reflection to return to a better, truer version of yourself through knowing God in all His glory. It is about overcoming your struggles, your disappointments, and your mistakes by finding your worth through faith. This book provides an uplifting spiritual renewal to build yourself back up in times when you feel damaged, broken, and hopeless by reflecting on God's attributes. According to the Islamic tradition, there are at least 99 names of Allah (the Arabic term for God), which describe His greatest attributes. This collection of poetry, prose, personal narratives, and essays is tailored to each of those names. Because it is in knowing Him, that we find who we truly are.
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Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur'an, Hadith, and Jurisprudence
Kecia Ali
4.6
EXPANDED AND REVISED TENTH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Whether exploring the thorny issues of wives’ sexual duties, divorce, homosexuality, or sex outside marriage, discussions of sexual ethics and Islam often spark heated conflict rather than reasoned argument. In this groundbreaking, lucid, and carefully constructed work, feminist Muslim scholar Dr Kecia Ali asks how one can determine what makes sex lawful and ethical in the sight of God.
This updated Tenth Anniversary Edition takes into account how the world has changed in the decade since the first edition, including the way the Internet has changed how we debate these issues, and the extreme versions of Islam presented by the likes of Boko Haram and Islamic State.
Drawing on both revealed and interpretative Muslim texts, Ali critiques medieval and contemporary commentators alike to produce a balanced and comprehensive study of a subject both sensitive and urgent, making this an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and interested readers.
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The Way of Sufi Chivalry
Ibn al-Husayn al-Sulami
4.6
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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Hadith of Bukhari: Volumes I, II, III & IV
Unknown
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Volume 1 Book 1. Revelation (1-6) Book 2. Belief (7-55) Book 3. Knowledge (56-136) Book 4. Ablutions (Wudu’) (137-247) Book 5. Bathing (Ghusl) (248-292) Book 6. Menstrual Periods (293-329) Book 7. Rubbing hands and feet with dust (Tayammum) (330-344) Book 8. Prayers (Salat) (345-471) Book 9. Virtues of the Prayer Hall (Sutra of the Musalla) (472-499) Book 10. Times of the Prayers (500-576) Book 11. Call to Prayers (Adhaan) (577-698) Book 12. Characteristics of Prayer (699-832)
Volume 2 Book 13. Friday Prayer (1-63) Book 14. Fear Prayer (64-68) Book 15. The Two Festivals (Eids) (69-104) Book 16. Witr Prayer (105-118) Book 17. Invoking Allah for Rain (Istisqaa) (119-149) Book 18. Eclipses (150-172) Book 19. Prostration During Recital of Qur’an (173-185) Book 20. Shortening the Prayers (At-Taqseer) (186-220) Book 21. Prayer at Night (Tahajjud) (221-288) Book 22. Actions while Praying (289-328) Book 23. Funerals (Al-Janaa’iz) (329-483) Book 24. Obligatory Charity Tax (Zakat) (484-578) Book 25. Obligatory Charity Tax After Ramadaan (Zakat ul Fitr) (579-588) Book 26. Pilgrimmage (Hajj) (589-823)
Volume 3 Book 27. Minor Pilgrammage (Umra) (1-32) Book 28. Pilgrims Prevented from Completing the Pilgrimage (33-46) Book 29. Penalty of Hunting while on Pilgrimmage (47-90) Book 30. Virtues of Madinah (91-114) Book 31. Fasting (115-225) Book 32. Praying at Night in Ramadaan (Taraweeh) (226-241) Book 33. Retiring to a Mosque for Remembrance of Allah (I’tikaf) (242-262) Book 34. Sales and Trade (263-440) Book 35. Sales in which a Price is paid for Goods to be Delivered Later (As-Salam) (441-460) Book 36. Hiring (461-485) Book 37. Transferance of a Debt from One Person to Another (Al-Hawaala) (486-495) Book 38. Representation, Authorization, Business by Proxy (496-512) Book 39. Agriculture (513-540) Book 40. Distribution of Water (541-569) Book 41. Loans, Payment of Loans, Freezing of Property, Bankruptcy (570-607) Book 42. Lost Things Picked up by Someone (Luqaata) (608-619) Book 43. Oppressions (620-662) Book 44. Partnership (663-684) Book 45. Mortgaging (685-692) Book 46. Manumission of Slaves (693-739) Book 47. Gifts (740-804) Book 48. Witnesses (805-854) Book 49. Peacemaking (855-873) Book 50. Conditions (874-895)
Volume 4 Book 51. Wills and Testaments (Wasaayaa) (1-40) Book 52. Fighting for the Cause of Allah (Jihaad) (41-323) Book 53. One-fifth of Booty to the Cause of Allah (Khumus) (324-412) Book 54. Beginning of Creation (413-542) Book 55. Prophets (543-658) Book 56. Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions (659-841)
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The Aqidah (Creed) of the Salaf and People of Hadith: A Translation of Imam al-Sabuni's Classic "Aqidatus-Salaf wa As-habil-Hadith"
Abu Uthman al-Sabuni
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The Canonization of Al-Bukhari and Muslim: The Formation and Function of the Sunni Hadith Canon
Brown, A.C.
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The two 'Authentic' hadith collections of al-Bukhari and Muslim are the most famous books in Islam after the Qur'an - a reality left unstudied until now. This book charts the origins, development and functions of these two texts through the lens of canonicity. It examines how the books went from controversial to indispensable as they became the common language for discussing the Prophet's legacy among the various Sunni schools of law. The book also studies the role of the hadith canon in ritual and narrative. Finally, it investigates the canonical culture built around the texts as well as the trend in Sunni scholarship that rejected it, exploring this tension in contemporary debates between Salafi movements and the traditional schools of law.
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The Life of the Prophet Muhammad
Leila Azzam, Aisha Gouverneur, et al.
4.6
This children's book on the life of the Prophet Muhammad is taken from traditional Muslim biographical literature, including hadith. Passages from the Qur'an are used throughout to reinforce the stories. The material is authentic and the style lively and attractive. Although the book has been written for children of 10 to 15 years of age, it can be usefully read by anyone as an introduction because of its completeness and clarity. There are 32 colour illustrations although there has been no attempt to portray either the Prophet or his Companions. The illustrations are representative of traditional Islamic life as lived in many Arab countries and portray scenes that have occurred in those countries for over a thousand years.
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5 Islamic Short Stories for Children: Volume 1
Muhammad Iqbal
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40 Hadith of 'Aisha
Nuriddeen Knight
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The Political Traditions Of Mohammed
Bill Warner
4.6
The words and deeds of Mohammed are the ideal pattern to be followed by all Muslims at all times. Mohammed�s speech and actions are called the sunna and are recorded in the Traditions (the Hadith). The Traditions are more important in the daily practice and world-view of a Muslim than the Koran. Without the Traditions there can be no Islam. There is no subject so great or small that is not covered. Ethics, jihad, sex, slavery, art and everyday habits are all given in great detail. The Traditions are a tactical manual of Islamic politics and are a key to understanding Islam. Islam is a political system, a culture and a religion based upon the Koran, Sira (life of Mohammed) and Hadith (the Traditions). The Islamic Trilogy series integrates the three primary sources to give the entire Islamic political doctrine�the treatment of non-Muslims. The Trilogy is authoritative and fact-based. All statements can be confirmed by the use of reference numbers. The knowledge is integrated�all of the primary sources are used to give the complete picture of Islam�s political doctrine.
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30 Hadith for Kids Book
Zanib Mian
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Light in the Heavens: Sayings of the Prophet Muhammad
al-Qadi al-Quda'i
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Humanitarian lessons and practical insights from the prophet of Islam
The words of Muhammad, messenger of God and prophet of Islam, have a special place in the hearts of his followers. Wielding an authority second only to the Qur'an, they are cited by scholars in a vast array of disciplines--including law, theology, metaphysics, poetry, grammar, history, and medicine--and are quoted by Muslims to one another in their daily lives.
Light in the Heavens by al-Qadi al-Quda'i, a Sunni judge in the Fatimid court in Egypt, is an outstanding example of a compilation of these sayings, known as hadiths, that circulated orally and were later assembled and written down. From North Africa to India, generations have used Light in the Heavens as a teaching text for children as well as adults, and many of its 1,200 sayings are familiar to individuals of diverse denominations and ethnicities. For Muslims--who consider Muhammad's teachings the fount of wisdom and the beacon of guidance in all things, mundane and sublime--these sayings provide a direct window into the inspired vision of one of the most influential humans to have walked the Earth.
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Slavery and Islam
Jonathan A.C. Brown
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What happens when authorities you venerate condone something you know is wrong?
Every major religion and philosophy once condoned or approved of slavery, but in modern times nothing is seen as more evil. Americans confront this crisis of authority when they erect statues of Founding Fathers who slept with their slaves. And Muslims faced it when ISIS revived sex-slavery, justifying it with verses from the Quran and the practice of Muhammad.
Exploring the moral and ultimately theological problem of slavery, Jonathan A.C. Brown traces how the Christian, Jewish and Islamic traditions have tried to reconcile modern moral certainties with the infallibility of God’s message. He lays out how Islam viewed slavery in theory, and the reality of how it was practiced across Islamic civilization. Finally, Brown carefully examines arguments put forward by Muslims for the abolition of slavery.
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صحيح مسلم
مسلم بن الحجاج
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صحيح مسلم هو أحد أهم كتب الحديث عند المسلمين، جمعه أبو الحسين مسلم بن الحجاج القشيري النيسابوري. أخذ في تأليفه (جمعه وتصنيفه) خمس عشرة سنة. جمع فيه مؤلفه 3033 حديثًا بغير المكرر، واشترط فيها الصحة
Divine Sayings: 101 Hadith Qudsi: The Mishkat al-Anwar of Ibn 'Arabi
Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi, Ibn Al'Arabi, et al.
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A collection of 101 hadith sayings, this work is one of the most important and influential early collections of hadith qudsi. Falling into three categories, the first 40 sayings each have a full, unbroken chain of transmission that goes back to God through the medium of the Prophet Muhammad. The second category are sayings mostly taken from well-known written collections. The final section is drawn from similar books, with Ibn 'Arabi adding one extra hadith, orally transmitted. Comprised of a full introduction explaining the meaning of Hadith, the text stresses the importance of this tradition in Ibn 'Arabi's writing.
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The Hadith
Bill Warner
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The Hadith The Koran repeatedly commands every Muslim to follow the perfect example of Mohammed's life. His actions and words are called the Sunna. The Sunna is found in the Traditions of Mohammed called the Hadith. A Muslim is far more governed by the Hadith than the Koran. The Hadith give us fascinating accounts about Mohammed. We know what he looked like, his sense of humor, his superstitions and how he ate. Details about his sex life, family life and leadership are all recorded. If only the Koran existed, there could be no Islam. The Koran does not have enough information to practice Islam, but the Hadith has all that is needed to follow the example of Mohammed as a husband, a father, a leader, a warrior and the perfect husband. The Hadith is an easy place to begin learning about Mohammed and Islamic doctrine.
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Usool Al-Hadeeth: The Methodology of Hadith Evaluation
Dr. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
4.6
The science of Hadeeth is an independent Islaamic science which is not understood by many today. Their ignorance has led them to reject the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This text covers all of the most important areas of the discipline of Hadeeth in a simplified language and with sufficient examples.
Dr. Bilal Philips writes: "The Prophet’s sayings and actions were primarily based on revelation from Allah and, as such, must be considered a fundamental source of guidance second only to the Qur’an."
According to Dr. Philips, the Hadith, the record of these sayings and actions, plays a vital role in that it transmits revelation, tafseer (exegesis of the Qur’an), Islamic law, and the Islamic moral ideal. For instance, the Prophet’s "...character and social interactions became prime examples of moral conduct for Muslims. Consequently, the daily life of the Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) as recorded in the hadith represents an ideal code of conduct. It is largely due to the science of hadith that the final message of Islam has been preserved in its original purity for all times."
In Usool al-Hadeeth, the reader will embark on a course of study that will, Allah willing, enable him or her to make critical and intelligent use of the body of Hadith literature in his or her daily life.
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Sacrifice: The Legacy of Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ
Tameem Ahmadi
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The Trade Which Shall Never Fail: A Collection of 55 Hadith on Actions with Immense Rewards
Ali Shehata
4.6
As modern life consumes more and more of our time, the Muslim today seems to have even less time to devote to worshipping his Lord. In this collection of authentic hadith, Dr. Ali presents Muslims with valuable and efficient ways to maintain a good relationship with Allah and even how to surpass others in virtue and reward with Allah. It is a collection that every Muslim should be familiar with and Dr. Ali's commentaries on several of the hadith add even more depth and understanding to these precious pearls of prophetic wisdom.
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The Veil and the Male Elite: A Feminist Interpretation of Women's Rights in Islam
Fatima Mernissi
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Convinced that the veil is a symbol of unjust male authority over women, in The Veil and the Male Elite, Moroccan feminist Fatima Mernissi aims to investigate the origins of the practice in the first Islamic community.
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1000 Qudsi Hadiths: An Encyclopedia of Divine Sayings
Arabic Virtual Translation Center
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Next to the Qur'an, Islam's holiest text is qudsi hadith. Based on this premise, Islamic scholars have always been fascinated with the collection and study of this type of hadith. We collected 1230 qudsi hadiths in a book we titled 1000 Qudsi Hadiths: An Encyclopedia of Divine Sayings. 1000 Qudsi Hadiths is not only the biggest collection of qudsi hadiths in English, it is the biggest collection of qudsi hadiths ever put together in any language including Arabic. It contains all the qudsi hadiths reported by major hadith reporters such as Al-Bukhari and Muslim as well as all the qudsi hadiths reported by auxiliary hadith reporters such as Al-Tabarani, Al-Bayhaqi, Al-Hakim Al-Naysaburi, Ibn-Hibban, Ibn-Khuzaymah, Al-Daylami, Ibn-Hajar, Al-Suyuti, Al-Muttaqi Al-Hindi, Al-Mundhiri, Al-Haythami, and Ibn-Kathir. The book derives its content from the biggest 216 hadith books ever written.
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Tragedy of Fatima Daughter of Prophet Muhammed: Doubts Cast and Rebuttals
Yasin T. Al-Jibouri
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Shi'ite Heritage: Essays on Classical and Modern Traditions
L. Clarke
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Shi'ite Heritage brings together Western and Muslim scholarship on multiple aspects of the Twelver Shi'ite tradition, including history, authority, jurisprudence, ritual, and interactions with the Sunnite majority. Nearly half of the two dozen essays included have been translated from Arabic or Persian into English in collaboration with the authors. Both modern views and the classical background are treated in this collection, and each section is introduced in a prefatory essay.
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جامع العلوم والحكم في شرح خمسين حديثا من جوامع الكلم
ابن رجب الحنبل
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جمع النووي رحمه الله أحاديث بلغت أربعين حديثًا فنظمها وشرحها وسماها الأربعين النووية، وجاء ابن رجب فزاد على هذه الأربعين عشرًا وسماها "جامع العلوم والحكم في شرح خمسين حديثًا من جوامع الكلم" وقد جاء الكتاب كما سماه صاحبه جامعًا فجمع فيه علوما كثيرةيسهل على العامي فهمها ولا غنى للمتعلم عنها منها الكلام على الحديث صحة وضعفا وتخريجا له من بطون الأمهات خاصة وأن مؤلفه حافظا من حفاظ الحديث وتناول أيضا الكلام على العقائد والأحكام فأبدع وأفاد وفي الجملة فالكتاب جامع للعلوم والحكم.
Hadith Literature: Its Origin, Development & Special Features
Muhammad Zubayr Siddiqi
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The hadith, the sayings attributed to the Prophet Muhammad, form a sacred literature which for the Muslims ranks second in importance only to the Qur'an itself. As a source of law, ethics and doctrine, the vast corpus of hadith continue to exercise decisive influence. Islamic scholarship has hence devoted immense efforts to gathering and classifying the hadith, and ensuring their authenticity. This book is the only introduction in English which presents all the aspects of the subject. It explains the origin of the literature, the evolution of the isnad system, the troubled relationship between scholars and the state, the problem of falsification, and the gradual development of a systematic approach to the material. This edition is a fully revised and updated version of the original, which was first published in 1961 to considerable scholarly acclaim. Muhammad Zubayr Siddiqi was Professor of Islamic Culture in the University of Calcutta.
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The Qur'an and Sayings of Prophet Muhammad: Selections Annotated & Explained
Sohaib N. Sultan, Yusuf Ali, Jane I. Smith
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The timeless insight of Islam's sacred writings can enrich your own spiritual journey.
For many in the West, the teachings of the Qur'an often are enshrouded in mystery and fear. Yet Islam's holy book gave birth to one of the most powerful and enlightened civilizations the world has ever seen. By the sixteenth century, Muslim culture stretched from India to Africa to Europe, preserving with it the ancient learning that helped spawn the Renaissance. With its interwoven ideas of faith and reason, justice and mercy, the path of Islam--which literally means "surrendering to God's will"--offers a uniquely focused and balanced approach to living life with a profound awareness of God.
With gentleness and insight, Sohaib N. Sultan leads you through the central themes of both the Qur'an and the collected sayings of Prophet Muhammad, known as hadith. These teachings dispel common misconceptions about Muslim beliefs and offer practical guidance for your own spiritual journey, from understanding the merciful nature of God; to cultivating peace and justice in the self, family, and society; to answering questions about the afterlife and how to attain it.
Now you can experience the wisdom of Qur'anic teachings even if you have no previous knowledge of Islam or Muslim writings. Insightful yet unobtrusive facing-page commentary explains the texts for you, allowing you to enter into the path of surrender to God.
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صفة صلاة النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم من التكبير إلى التسليم كأنك تراها
محمد ناصر الدين الألبان
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كيف كان رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم يصلي من التكبير إلى التسليم كأنك تراها، بعبارة وجيزة، لا تعقيد فيها ولا غموض، بعيدة عن الأقيسة و الآراء .
صفة صلاة النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم من التكبير الى التسليم كأنك تراها :
المواضيع التي يتطرق لها الكتاب :
* استقبال الكعبه * القيام * صلا ة المريض جالسا * الصلاه فى النعال * الستره ووجوبها * ما يقطع الصلاه * الصلاه تجاه القبر * النيه * التكبير * رفع اليدين * وضع اليمنى على اليسرى والأمر به * وضعهما على الصدر ( اليدين) * النظر لموضع السجود ,والخشوع * أدعية الاستفتاح * القراءه آيه آيه * ركنية (الفاتحه) وفضائلها * التأمين وجهر الامام به * الجهر والاسرار فى الصلوات الخمس وغيرها * ما كان يقرؤه فى الصلوات * أذكار الركوع * الاستعاذه والتفل فى الصلاه لدفع الوسوسه * الاعتدال من الركوع وما يقوله * الركوع وصفته * السجود * وجوب الطمأنينه فى الركوع * أذكار السجود * الأذكار بين السجد تين * جلسة الاستراحه * الاعتماد على اليدين فى النهوض الى الركعه * الرفع من السجود * التشهد الأول * وجوب التشهد الأول ، ومشروعية الدعاء فيه * التشهد الأخير * صيغ التشهد * وجوب الصلاه على النبى ﴿صلى الله عليه وسلم﴾ * القيام الى الركعه الثالثه ثم الرابعه * وجوب الاستعاذه من أربع قبل الدعاء * القيام الى الركعه الثالثه ثم الرابعه * القنوت فى الصلوات الخمس النازله * الدعاء قبل السلام وأنواعه * التسليم
Medicine of the Prophet is a combination of religious and medical information, providing advice and guidance on the two aims of medicine - the preservation and restoration of health - in careful conformity with the teachings of Islam as enshrined in the Qur'an and the hadith, or sayings of the Prophet. Written in the fourteenth century by the renowned theologian Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya (d. 751AH/1350AD) as part of his work Zad al-Ma'ad, this book is a mine of information on the customs and sayings of the Prophet, as well as on herbal and medical practices current at the time of the author. In bringing together these two aspects, Ibn Qayyim has produced a concise summary of how the Prophet's guidance and teaching can be followed, as well as how health, sickness and cures were viewed by Muslims in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. The original Arabic text offers an authoritative compendium of Islamic medicine and still enjoys much popularity in the Muslim world. This English translation is a more complete presentation than has previously been available and includes verification of all hadith references. Medicine of the Prophet will appeal not only to those interested in alternative systems of health and medicine, but also to people wishing to acquaint themselves with, or increase their knowledge of, hadith and the religion and culture of Islam.
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Hadith Nomenclature Primers
Ibn Hajar
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This volume presents two primers on the discipline of hadith nomenclature (mustalah al-hadith) and the authentication of transmitted reports. They are Nukhbat al-fikar ("Chosen Thoughts on the Nomenclature of Hadith Experts") by Ibn Hajar al-'Asqalani (773-835AH); and Al-Tadhkirah ("The Memorandum") by Ibn al-Mulaqqin (723-804AH). These primers were written to facilitate speedy mastery of the discipline's core material. Although the primers focus on definitions, they also include methods for addressing problems specific to the topic. Students would often commit a primer to memory while studying it with a living master who would explain its content in detail and demonstrate its application. It is through this interaction between students and instructors that Islamic education transmits both knowledge and skills across generations. In translation, these primers are ideal for English-speaking instructors looking for a primary text covering the subject's core concepts. The translations will also benefit students looking to review their lessons or to prepare themselves for more advanced studies.
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365 Hadith with Stories for Kids
Ali CaraCam and Kevser Sahin
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Studies in Early Hadith Literature
Muhammad Mustafa Azami
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“No doubt the most important field of research, relative to the study of Hadith, is the discovery, verification, and evaluation of the smaller collections of Traditions antedating the six canonical collections of al-Bukhari, Muslim and the rest. In this field Dr Azami has done Pioneer work of the highest value, and he has done it according to the exact standards of scholarship. The thesis which he presented [in this book], and for which Cambridge conferred on him the degree of Ph.D., is in my opinion one of the most exciting and original investigations in this field of modern times.”
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Sunna Notes Volume 1
Gibril Fouad Hadda
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Sunna Notes Volume 1 Studies in Hadith & Doctrine
Hadith History & Principles
with Ibn Hajar's Nukhbat al-Fikar
Volume 1 of the Sunna Notes collection. Including the Nukhba al-fikar of Ibn Hajar Asqalani.
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Goodnight Stories from the Life of the Prophet Muhammad: Islamic Children's Books on the Quran, the Hadith, and the Prophet Muhammad
Saniyasnain Khan
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The Legacy of Islamic Antisemitism: From Sacred Texts to Solemn History
Andrew G. Bostom
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This comprehensive, meticulously documented collection of scholarly articles presents indisputable evidence that a readily discernible, uniquely Islamic antisemitism-a specific Muslim hatred of Jews-has been expressed continuously since the advent of Islam. Debunking the conventional wisdom, which continues to assert that Muslim animosity toward Jews is entirely a 20th-century phenomenon fueled mainly by the protracted Arab-Israeli conflict, leading scholars provide example after example of antisemitic motifs in Muslim documents reaching back to the beginnings of Islam. The contributors show that the Koran itself is a significant source of hostility toward Jews, as well as other foundational Muslim texts including the hadith (the words and deeds of Muhammad as recorded by pious Muslim transmitters) and the sira (the earliest Muslim biographies of Muhammad). Many other examples are adduced in the writings of influential Muslim jurists, theologians, and scholars, from the Middle Ages through the contemporary era. These primary sources, and seminal secondary analyses translated here for the first time into English - such as Hartwig Hirschfeld's mid-1880s essays on Muhammad's subjugation of the Jews of Medina and George Vajda's elegant, comprehensive 1937 study of the hadith - detail the sacralized rationale for Islam's anti-Jewish bigotry. Numerous complementary historical accounts illustrate the resulting plight of Jewish communities in the Muslim world across space and time, culminating in the genocidal threat posed to the Jews of Israel today.
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Islam and the Crusades: The Writings of Usama ibn Munqidh
Usama ibn Munqidh, Paul M. Cobb
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The Crusades as seen through the eyes of Muslims
A SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTION to the understanding of the medieval holy wars between Christians and Muslims, this volume brings together the best and most complete eyewitness account of the Crusades from the perspective of a medieval Muslim writer. Focusing on twelfth-century Arab aristocrat Usama ibn Munqidh?s Book of Contemplation but also including extracts from The Book of the Staff and Kernels of Refinement, this volume offers a strikingly human portrayal of I slamic perspectives on day-to-day existence, warfare, and the curious European invaders.
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A Manual of Hadith
Maulana Muhammad Ali
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"Hadith are oral traditions relating to the words and deeds of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. Hadith collections are regarded as important tools for determining the Sunnah, or Muslim way of life, by all traditional schools of jurisprudence. There are many collections of Hadith (traditions and sayings of the Prophet and other Islamic leaders), as well as English translations of them. The Hadith provided below are from "A Manual of Hadith," a collection and translation by Maulana Muhammad Ali in 1944. These were chosen primarily for their availability and respectability, and should serve to provide non-Muslims with an introduction to the contents of Hadith. Contents: 0. Translator's Preface 1. How Divine Revelation Came to the Holy Prophet 2. Faith and Submission 3. Knowledge 4. Purification 5. The Mosque 6. Adhan and Iqamah 7. Jama'ah or Congregation 8. The Imam 9. Institution of Prayer 10. Prayer-Service 11. Friday Service 12. 'Id Service 13. Superogatory Prayers 14. Miscellenaneous Prayers 15. Burial Service 16. Charity and Zakat 17. Fasting 18. Pilgrimage 19. Jihad 20. Marriage 21. Divorce 22. Buying and Selling 23. Cultivation of Land 24. Matters Relating to Service 25. Debts and Mortgage 26. Gifts 27. Wills and Inheritance 28. Foods and Drinks 29. Toilet 30. Ethics 31. The State
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100 Hadiths for Kids Aged 7-9 (from the Book of Al-Bukhari)
Supercharge Homeschooling
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The Hadith: The Sunna of Mohammed
Bill Warner
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The Hadith
The Koran repeatedly commands every Muslim to follow the perfect example of Mohammed's life. His actions and words are called the Sunna. The Sunna is found in the Traditions of Mohammed called the Hadith. A Muslim is far more governed by the Hadith than the Koran.
The Hadith give us fascinating accounts about Mohammed. We know what he looked like, his sense of humor, his superstitions and how he ate. Details about his sex life, family life and leadership are all recorded. If only the Koran existed, there could be no Islam. The Koran does not have enough information to practice Islam, but the Hadith has all that is needed to follow the example of Mohammed as a husband, a father, a leader, a warrior and the perfect husband. The Hadith is an easy place to begin learning about Mohammed and Islamic doctrine.
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The 40 Hadith of Imam al-Nawawi
Yahya Ibn Sharaf Al-Nawawi
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English Translation Hadith of Sahih Bukhari and Muslim: English - Arabic
Imam Bukhari Muslim
4.5
Generally regarded as the single most authentic collection of Ahadith, Sahih Al-Bukhari and Muslim covers almost all aspects of life in providing proper guidance from the messenger of Allah. Tremendous amounts of errors exist in the translations by other translators. Presented a book which is translated into English in a very easy and simple language, so that all readers can understand it without difficulty.
This 9-Volume Bukhari is the work of over 16 years by Imam Bukhari who before writing any Hadith in this book performed two Rakat prayer of guidance from Allah and when he was sure of the Hadith's authenticity, he wrote it in the book. And then This 7-Volume Muslim.
This is the unabridged version consisting of 7563 ahadith (about 4000 pages). Each book (subtopics in each volume categorized by very broad topics such as the Book of As-Salat) contains many chapters which represent one logical unit of Ahadith. Each book contains anywhere from one to 150 chapters with each chapter containing several Ahadith. This book will be a great addition to your library while giving you a true perspective on the traditions of the Prophet (PBUH).
Sahih Muslim is the most authentic book of Hadith after Sahih Al-Bukhari and contains 7,563 Ahadith. The Muslim Scholars have agreed that all of the Ahadith in Sahih Muslim are authentic. Thus, Darussalam realized the great benefit of publishing the full version of Sahih Muslim in the English language in the best presentation. Much care has been taken in rendering these Ahadith into a clear and simple style of modern English.
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The Praiseworthy One: The Prophet Muhammad in Islamic Texts and Images
Christiane Gruber
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In the wake of controversies over printing or displaying images of the Prophet Muhammad, Christiane Gruber's aim is to bring back into scholarly and public discussion the 'lost' history of imagining the Prophet in Islamic cultures. By studying the various verbal and visual constructions of the Prophet's character and persona over the course of more than one thousand years, Gruber seeks to correct public misconceptions and restore to Islam its rich artistic heritage, illuminating the critical role Muhammad has played in Muslim constructions of self and community at different times and in various cultural contexts.
The Praiseworthy One is an exploration of the Prophet Muhammad's significance in Muslim life and thought from the beginning of Islam to today. It pays particular attention to procedures of narration, veneration, and sacralization. Gruber stresses that a fruitful approach to extant textual and visual materials is one that emphasizes the harnessing of Muhammad's persona as a larger metaphor to explain both past and present historical events, to build and delineate a sense of community, and to help individuals conceive of and communicate with the realm of the sacred. The Praiseworthy One shows that Muhammad has served as a polyvalent symbol rather than a historical figure with fixed significance.
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The Wisdom of the Prophet: Sayings of Muhammad
Thomas Cleary
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224 authentic Ḥadīth chiefly taken from Bukhārī's Ṣaḥīḥ, a few from Nawawī's Riyāḍ al-ṣāliḥīn.
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A Shi'ite Anthology
William C. Chittick
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Created by the Prophet Muhammad and his twelve Imams, the Hadith is an ancient and profoundly influential body of religious texts in Shi'ite Muslim literature, second in importance only to the Holy Koran itself.
Texts on the practical aspects of life and pure metaphysics are included in this first English translations of excerpts from the Hadith. Especially selected for the Western reader by the renowned Islamic scholar Tabataba'i, the passages from the Hadith shed light on the culture, history, law, and theology of the Shi'ite community and provide direct translations of some of the most famous of Islamic prayers.
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Hadith as Scripture: Discussions on the Authority of Prophetic Traditions in Islam
Aisha Y. Musa
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This work explores the earliest extant discussions on the authority of the Hadith in Islam and compares them with contemporary debates. These lively and often polemical debates are mostly popular discussions in which Muslims from different backgrounds and cultures participate--making this topic relevant to Muslims in their daily lives, as well as a question of academic interest. This is the first study to take into account both the earliest and most recent discussions of the oral tradition of the prophet Muhammad. The book also includes the first Western language translation of al-Shafi'i's Kitab Jima' al-'Ilm, which articulates arguments that were critical in establishing the position of the Hadith in mainstream Islam.
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The Spiritual Teachings of the Prophet: Hadith with Commentaries by Saints and Sages of Islam
Tayeb Chouiref
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The traditions of the Prophet of Islam are, after the Qu'ran, the most important source for every aspect of Islamic life and thought. Ranging in topic from prayer to economic activity, hygiene to politics, ethics to aesthetics, and law to metaphysics, this work is the first in a European language to collect more than 200 of the purely spiritual traditions drawn from canonical collections of the Hadith as well as from other traditional resources. It contains illuminating commentaries drawn from the writings of eminent Sufis, such as Hasan al-Basri, Ibn Arabi, al-Ghazali, al-Janayd, Shaykh al-‘Alawi and his spiritual progeny. This unique book also reveals an important dimension of the Prophet’s being, one that is often neglected in modern studies not only by non-Muslim Westerners, but also by many Muslim biographers.
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Muslim Women & The Hijab Veil: Oppression or Liberation?
The Sincere Seeker
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What views and attitude does the Religion of Islam have on Muslim Women & What lies behind the Hijab Veil? Is there oppression? Is there liberation?
Sometimes the media and society paint the Religion of Islam with pictures of oppression, particularly towards women. While sadly it is true that some Muslim women are oppressed in some areas around the world, what exactly is Islam's stance and views on Muslim women? Does Islam hold oppressive and sexist views and justify them? Or does Islam state that men and women were both created equal in the eyes of God? Is the Hijab Veil a form of oppression towards Muslim women or does it actually liberate them and set them free from the shackles of society?
Muslim Women & the Hijab Veil: Oppression or Liberation explores the roots of Islam's views on Muslim women and the Hijab Veil by examining what God's Final Testament, the Holy Quran and the teachings of God's last and final Prophet, Muhammad peace be upon him said. The approach allows the reader to discover the true purpose for themselves. With these fundamental understandings, can many myths and stigmas surrounding Muslim Women & the Hijab Veil be dispelled?
Topics in this Book Include:
Muslim Women in Islam Are Muslim Women Oppressed? A Role of a Muslim Women According to Islam Introduction to the Muslim Hijab Headscarf Is the Hijab Compulsory in the Religion of Islam The Importance of The Hijab in Islam Are Muslim Women Forced to Wear the Hijab? What is The Purpose of Wearing the Hijab? What does the Holy Quran say about a Muslim woman's Hijab? Hadith (Prophet Muhammad Sayings) regarding the Hijab Veil Surahs of The Quran that refer to the Hijab Wrap (Khimar) in Holy Koran Is wearing the Hijab Scarf Oppressive? Does the Hijab Scarf Liberate Muslim Women? Modesty in Islam Islamic Clothing Hijab Myths Hijab Rules and Guidelines Is there Hijab Covering in Christianity & Judaism Feminism & The Hijab The Struggle of The Hijab
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Hadis Palsu & Daif Popular Dalam Masyarakat Melayu
Sharon Kendrick and Sae Nanahosh
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Buku ini menyajikan pelbagai hadis yang sering kali dikongsi serta berlegar dalam masyarakat kita. Perbincangan ini merangkumi status hadis, kritikan ke atas perawi yang meriwayatkannya, hujah dan dalil yang menyokong serta apa yang perlu dilakukan oleh kita selaku orang awam berkaitan hadis-hadis ini. Apabila kita memahami permasalahan ini dengan lebih jelas, maka kita akan berhati-hati untuk beramal atau menyebarkannya.
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Noble Lessons: Words of Islamic Wisdom: Collection of Islamic Articles based on Quran and Hadith
IqraSense
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This book includes a compilation of articles that cover a number of important topics that can help a Muslim believer in his or her daily life. In the light of Islamic guidance from the Quran, Hadith of Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu alaihi wa sallam - may peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), and the explanations of many renowned scholars, these articles can serve as a beacon of light guiding the reader on many life's issues. These include topics on how to handle life's challenges, putting one's trust in Allah, Islamic morals and etiquette, matters related to Muslim marriage, personal relationships, and many others. The following provides a brief synopsis of the various chapters and their contents.
Understanding and Handling Life's Difficulties, and Calamities
Keeping A Strong Faith During Tough Times
Matters of the (Muslim) Heart
Taking Stock of Our "Thinking" Abilities
Aligning Our Time to Life's Purpose and Priorities
The Blessings of Gratitude and Shukr
Correcting Others by Advising and Not Condemning
Ridding Oneself of Jealousy, Hatred, and Resentment
Not Losing Hope in the Du'as That we Make
Managing the Pain and Pleasure of Relationships
The Sin of Riya (showing off)
The Islamic Etiquette of Dealing with People
How to use "Tawakkul" in Relieving our Anxieties and Worries
Balancing Between "Tawakkul" In Allah And Human Efforts
The Urgency of Personal Change
The Necessity of Ikhlas (Sincerity)
Tips for Your "Muslim Marriage"
Reinforcing Traits of Personal Excellence
Islamic Morals and Etiquettes
Living Islam within a Family (Home)
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Muhammad: Forty Introductions
Michael Muhammad Knight
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He ranks among the most venerated historical figures in the world, as well as the most contested. Muhammad: Forty Introductions offers a distinct and nuanced take on the life and teachings of Muhammad the prophet, using a traditional genre of Islamic literature called the “forty hadiths“ collection.
Hadiths are the reported sayings and actions of Muhammad that have been collected by the tens of thousands throughout Islamic history. There is a tradition in which Muslim scholars take from this vast textual ocean to compile their own smaller collections of forty hadiths, an act of curation that allows them to present their particular understanding of Muhammad’s legacy and the essential points of Islam.
Here, Michael Muhammad Knight provides forty windows into the diverse ways in which Muslims envision Muhammad. He also examines his own relationship to Muslim traditions while exploring such topics as law, mysticism, sectarianism, gender, and sexuality. By revealing the Prophet to be an ongoing construction, he carefully unravels notions about Islam’s center and margins.
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Constructive Critics, Hadith Literature, and the Articulation of Sunni Islam: The Legacy of the Generation of Ibn Sa'd, Ibn Ma'in, and Ibn Hanbal
Scott C. Lucas
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Demonstrating the central role of third/ninth century" hadith" scholars in the articulation of Sunni Islam, this book bases its findings largely upon the analysis of multiple biographical dictionaries, such as al-Dhahabi's "Tadhkirat al-huffaz," Ibn Sa'd's "Kitab al-tabaqat al-kabir," and collections of the critical comments of Ibn Ma'in and Ibn Hanbal. Part I establishes conceptual and historical frameworks for the study of Sunni "Hadith" scholarship. Part II examines in detail the three foundational principles of Sunni Islam: 1) the collective probity of the "Sahaba," 2) the discipline of "hadith"-transmitter criticism, and 3) a historical vision of the authoritative channels by which "hadith" traversed the two centuries between the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the first major "hadith" books.
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Divine Words, Female Voices: Muslima Explorations in Comparative Feminist Theology
Jerusha Tanner Lamptey
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The relationship between Islam and feminism is complex. There are many Muslim scholars who fervently promote women's equality. At the same time, there is ambivalence regarding the general norms, terminology, and approaches of feminism and feminist theology. This ambivalence is in large part a product of various hegemonic, androcentric, and patriarchal discourses that seek to dictate legitimate and authoritative interpretations. These discourses not only fuel ambivalence, they also effectively obscure valuable possibilities related to interreligious feminist engagement.
Divine Words, Female Voices is the follow-up to Jerusha Lamptey's 2014 book, Never Wholly Other, in which she introduced the idea of "Muslima" theology and applied it to the topic of religious diversity. In this new book, she extends her earlier arguments to contend that interreligious feminist engagement is both a theologically valid endeavor and a vital resource for Muslim women scholars. She introduces comparative feminist theology as a method for overcoming challenges associated with interreligious feminist engagement, reorients comparative discussions to focus on the two "Divine Words" (the Qur'an and Jesus) and feminist theology, and uses this reorientation to examine intersections, discontinuities, and insights related to diverse theological topics. This book is distinctive in its responsiveness to calls for new approaches in Islamic feminist theology, its use of the method of comparative theology, its focus on Muslim and Christian feminist theology in comparative analysis, and its constructive articulation of Muslima theological perspectives.
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The Silent Qur'an and the Speaking Qur'an: Scriptural Sources of Islam Between History and Fervor
Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi
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Two major events occurred in the early centuries of Islam that determined its historical and spiritual development in the centuries that followed: the formation of the sacred scriptures, namely the Qur'an and the Hadith, and the chronic violence that surrounded the succession of the Prophet, manifesting in repression, revolution, massacre, and civil war.
This is the first book to evaluate the writing of Islam's major scriptural sources within the context of these bloody, brutal conflicts. Conducting a philological and historical study of little-known though significant ancient texts, Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi rebuilds a Shi'ite understanding of Islam's early history and the genesis of its holy scriptures. At the same time, he proposes a fresh interpretative framework and a new data set for theorizing the early history of Islam, isolating the contradictions between Shi'ite and Sunni sources and their contribution to the tensions that rile these groups today.
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Women in Islam: What the Qur'an and Sunnah Say
Abdur Raheem Kidwai
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Foundational Principles Regarding the Science of Hadith
Shaykh Muhammad Bin Alawi Al-Maliki
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The Hadith (Complete 9 Volumes)
Muhammad al-Bukhari
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Ahadith for kids: Learning the method of Salat , Akhlak and Hadith for kids
Ismail Smiti
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Understanding Muslim Teachings and Traditions: A Guide for Christians
Phil Parshall
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The sense of urgency to spread the gospel to Muslims has never been greater. Many Christians are turning new attention to the teachings of the Quran-yet few know even the basics of the Hadith, collections of Muslim teachings and traditions with deep influence on Muslim attitudes and actions. Phil Parshall's careful analysis of the Hadith is made authentic by his decades of ministry among Muslims. He explains the Hadith's teachings of Muhammad on such issues as salvation, prayer, jihad and violence, women, and Jesus. Here are essential insights for all those seeking an in-depth understanding of the Muslim faith and community.
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Classical Islam: A Sourcebook of Religious Literature
Norman Calder, Jawid Mojaddedi, et al.
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This definitive sourcebook presents more than sixty authoritative new translations of key Islamic texts. Edited and translated by three leading specialists, Classical Islam features eight thematically-linked sections covering the Qur'ān and its interpretation, the life of Muhammad, hadīth, law, theology, mysticism and Islamic history. The new edition has been expanded to cover a fuller range of material illustrating the growth of Islamic thought from its seventh-century origins through to the end of the medieval period. It includes illustrations, a glossary, extensive bibliography and explanatory prefaces for each text. Classical Islam is an essential resource for the study of early and medieval Islam and its legacy.