Qawa'id al-Tasawwuf wa-Shawahid al-Ta'arruf قواعد التصوف وشواهد التعرف

Qawa’id al-Tasawwuf wa-Shawahid al-Ta’arruf (قواعد التصوف وشواهد التعرف), published by the prestigious Dar al-Diyaa (Kuwait), is a highly regarded academic edition of a monumental work on the principles of spiritual purification and Islamic spirituality (Tasawwuf). This work is authored by the illustrious Maliki scholar, jurist, and spiritual master, Imam Abul Abbas Ahmad Zarruq (d. 899 AH), famously known as the “Regulator of the Scholars and Saints.” Known for his deep analytical mind, Imam Zarruq does not merely discuss spiritual states; he systematically bridges the outer legal rulings of Sacred Law (Shari’ah) with the inner realities of spiritual wayfaring (Haqiqah), ensuring that all spiritual practices remain firmly grounded in the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم. Imam Zarruq’s treatise stands out for its academic rigor, balanced framework, and objective analysis, making it a critical reference for students of Islamic theology, ethics, and spiritual development.

Dar al-Diyaa is a premier Kuwaiti publishing house celebrated across the Islamic world for its exceptional critical editions (Tahqiq) and high-end printing aesthetics.

Critical Verification (Tahqiq): This edition is meticulously edited by specialized scholars who compared five authoritative historical manuscripts to establish the most accurate and definitive text, successfully correcting errors found in older prints. It features extensive footnotes detailing variant manuscript readings, verification of textual references, and explanations of complex terminology.

Paper and Ink: Printed on premium, eye-friendly cream (Chamois) paper. The typography uses a clear, elegant naskh font with dual-color printing (typically black text for the commentary and red text for the core rules and headings) to make reading and navigation seamless.

Binding: Bound in a sturdy, premium hardback (fakhir) with gold-embossed calligraphy on the spine and cover, fitting for a library display.

This Dar al-Diyaa edition is highly recommended for scholars of Islamic ethics, seekers on the spiritual path, and collectors of meticulously verified heritage texts (Turath).