Maktaba al-Asariya

Research by Shaikh Irfan bin Saleem al-Dimashqi.

Discusses the Fatimids, their creed, and the position held by majority of the Ummah regarding them. Traces the rise of the Fatimids and the factors that enabled their rise, the steps that others took to combat them, and the role of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi in removing them from power. Dicusses lessons that can be learned from this saga in history.

Potpourri of interesting anecdotes, poems, historical accounts, lexicography, inspiring stories and much more. Researched and edited by Dr. Darwesh al-Jaweedi.

Editing and footnotes by Dr. Salahuddin al-Hiwari. Poetry of Sharfuddin abu Abd-Allah al-Busiri.

Editing and footnotes by Dr. Darwish al-Jawedi. Poetry of Antara bin Shaddad (d. 615 CE), a great poet of the pre-Islamic period who was praised by the Prophet, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam .

Written about a thousand years ago, this remains an important work on the rights and responsibilities of the rulers.

A great classic on Tasawwuf that has been illuminating the path of self reform for more than seven centuries. With updated references.

This reprint of the classic work includes the takhreej of Zainuddeen Iraqi. Research and detailed index by Shaykh Muhammad Al-Dali Baltah.

This 12th century work by Qadi Iyad is perhaps the most frequently used and commented upon handbook in which the Prophet's life, his qualities and his miracles are described in every detail. Ash-Shifa gathers all that is necessary to acquaint the reader with the true stature of the Prophet of Islam. Includes the commentary "Muzeel al-Khafaa an Alfaaz al-Shifa" and footnotes.

The classic reference book on Asbab Nuzool.

The classic reference book on Asbab Nuzool.

A compilation of Arabic proverbs with explanations and anecdotes where applicable. Thoroughly referenced.

2 color printing. Now available from Maktabat al-Asriyya

This is used as the standard text on Seerah in the schools in the Arab world.

Collection of classic stories from Arabic literature.

This is the English translation of the popular book by Sheikh Muhammad Mutawalli Shaarawi. Translated by Dr. Muhammad Badawi. Meant for the lay reader. The original book was an edited collection of talks by Sheikh Shaarawi to a mosque audience.

A contemporary Tafsir written especially to suit the needs for the layman. Easy to understand, excellent for someone who wants to learn Arabic. Every section discusses the Asbab Nuzuul, literary meanings, commentary, linguistic (balagha) points, and other beneficial material. Beautiful computer composed printing.

A contemporary Tafsir written especially to suit the needs for the layman. Easy to understand, excellent for someone who wants to learn Arabic. Every section discusses the Asbab Nuzuul, literary meanings, commentary, linguistic (balagha) points, and other beneficial material. Beautiful computer composed printing. Two color printing.

An engaging, insightful biography of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi from the pen of Dr. Sallabi. Discusses the Crusades before the time of Salahuddin, the rise of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi, his character, upbringing, personality, the reforms he brought to the government, the steps he took against the Fatimids, and so on. Analyzes the steps that led up to the famous battle of Hittin and victory therein. Discusses the Third Crusade and the loss of Acre. Details his life all the way to his death in 589 AH.

Two color printing. Hadith text only (isnad and matan) no commentary. Arabic is voweled. Section references to Mu'jam Mufaharas li Alfaz al-Hadith and to Tuhfatul Ashraf also included. Research by Jamal Ahamd Hasan and Muhammad Berber.

Two color printing. Hadith text only (isnad and matan) no commentary. Arabic is voweled. Section references to Mu'jam Mufaharas li Alfaz al-Hadith and to Tuhfatul Ashraf also included. Research by Abdul Ghani Mastu.

Two color printing. Hadith text only (isnad and matan) no commentary. Arabic is voweled. Section references to Mu'jam Mufaharas li Alfaz al-Hadith and to Tuhfatul Ashraf also included. Research by Muhammad Berber.

Beautiful two color printing that separates the Qur'anic text from the tafseer. Includes Lubabun Nuzool fi Asbabin Nuzool. Large size.