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A Starlight View of Islam's Past, offers a fascinating glimpse of World Islamic History for young children using a unique approach to chorological history.
Based on the premise that a starlight can take years to reach earth, the author gives a vivid eyewitness account of past events unfolding in front of him. He illustrates Islamic history from a global perspective rather than an isolation.
Major events such as the spread of Islam, the Mongol and Crusader invasions and the loss of Andalusia benefit from this novel treatment
Translation of Imam Bukhari's famous Al-Adab al-Mufrad by Iqbal Ahmad Azami, with editing and introduction Dr Muhammad Mustafa Azami. Contains English text only with abridged chains of narration. From the publisher: "An essential cornerstone of Islamic morality and suitable for the general reader and the academic alike.".
Another great gift from Maulana Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi to both the children and the adults interested in learning Arabic as the language of Islam. Carefully written reading material gradually develops vocabulary as well as an appreciation of grammar and idiom. More than 100 entries cover a variety of topics from stories, conversations, poems, history, and moral lessons. Heads and shoulders above other reading books in Arabic including those produced in the Arabic countries.
Originally devised and taught at Madinah Islamic University, it is a comprehensive and popular course for the teaching of Qur'anic and Traditional Arabic catering to the non-Arabic speaking students from all over the world. Key book included.
"Forty Hadith to teach the Arabic Language." Compiled by the author of the famous Madina University series on learning Arabic, Dr. V Abdur Rahim, this book takes the student through 40 specially selected ahadith of the Prophet Salla-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. For each hadith, it breaks down the vocabulary and grammar in detail and provides other examples of usage of words and phrases, followed by exercises. The hadith grow in length from brief one-liners to full length passages.
A concise book of Islamic jurisprudence for the layman.
The present book, originally written in fine literary Arabic introduces the Hadith discipline and its development in the early period of Islamic history, up to the production of the six famous anthologies known as the Six Authentic Collections, or al-Sihah al-Sittah. It then tackles the role of Hadith in shaping the social climate in Muslim societies. Together, the two explain the need for Hadith in any Muslim community, and the reliability of its sources. As such, they are useful to most readers, including those who are well versed in the discipline. Abul-Hasan Nadwi shows that without Hadith, no Muslim community can have the sort of social environment that Islam always produces.
Originally written in Arabic, this book examines the role Islam played in history and its impact on human progress and the loss that Humanity suffered by its decline. It counters the prevailing attitude that Islam is a spent force, that it has outlived its usefulness. The author persuasively argues for the eternal reality of Islam and that it is a programme of life which is always dynamic and can never grow obsolete. This thought-provoking tour de force throws new light on the motives, opportunities and impact of the Islamic and other civilisations, on the material welfare and spiritual progress of humanity.
Al-Aqeedah is a basic text for all times listing what a Muslim must know and believe in and inwardly comprehend. There is a consensus among the companions, successors, and all the leading Islamic authorities on the doctrines enumerated in this work. Includes complete original Arabic text.
A sequel to Stories of the Prophets, this book contains the life of the Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa Sallam, , the historical background to the Islamic call, and the conquest and victories associated with it.
What sets this book apart from the many on the market place is its extensive coverage, modern illustrated maps of events, carefully worded questions for each chapter (workbook), transliteration table and a comprehensive glossary of Arabic terms used which also makes it suitable for classroom use as a textbook.
A combination of a smooth style and rich content will make it undoubtedly a source of inspiration for young readers.
This book is also suitable for classroom use as a textbook
Written with young English speaking Muslims in mind, it concentrates on the essential aspects of the Prophet's life, highlighting his excellent qualities and strength of leadership. It will infuse love for the Propher in the childrens' hearts.
The book provides a comprehensive guide to Islamic teachings on kindness, obedience, helping others, hospitality, dress, hygiene, and animal welfare. Also covers such topics as obligations to parents and teachers, choosing the right company, racial and color equality, purity, modesty, and chastity. Contains end of chapter review questions.
Originally written to assist members of other faiths in India gain an understanding of Islam, this book is just as valuable for Muslims in the West today, not least as an aide-memoire to their heritage and faith.
This first volume of 'Presenting Islam in the West' sets out to present the methodology of the Call to Allah (ad-Da'wah ilallah) based on the Qur'an and Sunnah. The dai'i only calls to what he knows - following: "invite all to the way of your Lord (Islam) with wisdom and beautiful preaching, and reason with them in the best possible way (to convince them of the truth)." [Surah Nahl 16:125]. The caller gives information, Allah decides who becomes Muslim. Da'wah is invitational: not confrontational. The da'i's relationship to his listener(s) should be like that of a doctor and patient. Written by Daud R. Matthews. Also includes audio CD.
Previously published as Qasas Nabiyeen Volume 5, it is devoted entirely to the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. This edition has harakat. "Best book on the subject" - Sayyid Qutb.
Originally written in Arabic, in this short but succinct volume, more than a cursory glimpse of the full range of Ibn Taimiyah's achievements are documented, blended with a colourful and insightful biography, from his early childhood to his death 67 years later in prison.
Stories from Islamic History introduces children to Muslims whose exemplary behaviour earned them a place in the annals of our heritage.
Each story highlights an occasion when a person of outstanding character stood up for his faith in Allah. Some tales are from the Sirah while others depict Caliphs, sahabah, martyrs and other pious Muslims. Accounts often focus on critical moments in their lives when they chose to follow the Straight Path rather than take an easier way. These personalities became role models for all time when they adhered to the same Islamic principles that govern our lives today.
An all time children's favourite, this book contains vivid portraits of fourteen major Prophets mentioned in the Qur'an. It provides insight into their struggle to serve the true God and guide their communities from going astray. A lively translation from its Arabic original with carefully worded questions for each chapter (workbook), transliteration table and a comprehensive glossary of Arabic terms which also makes it suitable for classroom use as a textbook.
Herein, the reader will not only learn many valuable points but will also appreciate the shortcomings which prevent reaping full advantage from study of the Holy Book. Many miraculous facets will also come to light which may not have been described in detail perhaps in any other book in English.
A short volume packed with empowering Islamic examples of personal development in every aspect of daily life. It covers in short chapters topics such as sincerity in worship, maintaining ties of kinship, teaching children, thankfulness, modesty etc. It focuses on morality, manners and in this way it serves both as an excellent foundation not only for further study of the great works of hadith, but also as a guide to the Islamic way of life thus reviving the importance of Islamic moral conduct
The Story of the Prophet Musa (Moses), is a true rendering based on authentic sources, simply and movingly told. The story of Prophet Musa, among the most commonly told stories in the World, has been rendered into English many times before but never in such an authentic and interesting way.
It is hoped that The Drowned Army, containing many colourful illustrations, will be a pleasure to read for young and old alike.
The Story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), is a true rendering based on authentic sources, simply and movingly told. The story of Prophet Ibrahim, among the most commonly told stories in the World, has been rendered into English many times before but never in such an authentic and interesting way.
It is hoped that The Fire that Saved, containing many colourful illustrations, will be a pleasure to read for young and old alike.
The Story of the Prophet Nuh (Noah), is a true rendering based on authentic sources, simply and movingly told. The story of Prophet Nuh, among the most commonly told stories in the World, has been rendered into English many times before but never in such an authentic and interesting way.
It is hoped that The Flood and the Ark, containing many colourful illustrations, will be a pleasure to read for young and old alike.
The Story of the Prophet Isa (Jesus), is a true rendering based on authentic sources, simply and movingly told. The story of Prophet Isa, among the most commonly told stories in the World, has been rendered into English many times before but never in such an authentic and interesting way.
It is hoped that The Great Miracle, containing many colourful illustrations, will be a pleasure to read for young and old alike.
The Minaret Speaks presents 900 years of enchanting Islamic history of the whole Indian Subcontinent. It uses an effective device to portray the cycle of events in the Indian subcontinent's Islamic History. A lofty minaret in Delhi built by Qutbuddin narrates both the happy and the tragic times it has witnessed over seven centuries.
It highlights the achievements of successful rulers and the failures of others and also focuses on the demise of Muslim power in the wake of British imperialism. Muslims living outside the subcontinent particularly in the West will appreciate this enlightened portrayal of British onslaught on Islam in India. It offsets the often biased versions found in school textbooks.
A translation of the ahadith on supplications compiled by Imam Ibn Taymiyyah in his book al-Kalim al-Tayyib. Al-Kalim at-Tayyib is recognized as one of the best books on the subject of supplication and remembrance of Allah and is comprehensive in its coverage dealing with a vast range of situations that one can come across in his life and providing the Sunnah duas for that occasion. Arabic text and English translation. This is the revised and enlarged 2nd edition.
This book is a carefully rendered English version of the famous Urdu translation and commentary known as Tafseer-e-Usmani. This tafseer by two of the most renowned scholars in the Indian subcontinent in the ninteenth century, Shaikul Hind Maulana Mahmood Hasan and his student and disciple Allama Shabbir Ahmad Usmani, is regarded as the most authentic rendering of the meaning of the glorious Qur'an in any language. Contains Juz Amma and Surah Al-Fatihah.