This book deals with the sources of Islamic jurisprudence and their importance in deducing the religious rulings. It covers the concept of ijtihad (independent reasoning), its conditions and application and illustrates why it is a practice for experts rather than laymen. It also explains the differences in the levels of expertise of the mujtahids. ......
Offering a comprehensive narrative of one of the most fascinating life stories of human history, The Sultan of Hearts is an authoritative work on the life of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. The book relies firmly on canonical Hadith collections and Sirah literature, and is rich with references to many contemporary biographical works such as ......
Drawing on tools from linguistics and theology, this book argues that Biblical reflexes in the Qur'an are not inherited, but repurposed to serve the Qur'an's own distinctive theological vision.
Between the Qur'anic Text and the Islamic Tradition
This work situates the Qur'anic story of Moses' meeting with Khidr (Surat al-Kahf, 18:60-82) in an ever-expanding network of intercultural and interreligious ideas about knowledge, humility, and spiritual excellence, where Moses and Khidr are seen as representing the zahir (exoteric) and the batin (esoteric), respectively.
The principles of Islamic faith are not some abstract ideas. They are vital values to be known, reflected upon, believed and internalised, and with which one should achieve the true submission to God the Almighty. These values will be deepened with reflection and remembrance and nourished by worship in the broadest sense of the terms. If we ......
The Promises and Challenges of the Maqasid al-Shari'a
This book captures the growing debate among Muslim scholars about the theory of the "Objectives of the Shari'a" (maqasid al-shari'a) and its role in reforming Islamic law. The book is divided into two parts-one highlighting the theory's potential and the other its challenges.
The Cross of Christ: Foundational Islamic Perspectives focuses on understanding how Muslim scholars have interpreted the only Qur'anic verse that mentions Jesus' crucifixion. Despite considering a few creative approaches, all of these commentators eventually deny Jesus' crucifixion.
Symbol of Divine Light presents an overview of the history and significance of the lamp in Islamic culture and other traditions. In addition to describing the numerous variants from different historical periods, it also includes an exploration of the famous Koranic Verse of Light and the symbolism of its constituent elements. Containing ......
The Gardens of the Righteous -- A Collection of Authentic Hadiths
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 ......
