Author: Abu GHAZALIPublisher:
ISBN: 9780946621897
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Languages : en
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Al-Ghazali on Patience and Thankfulness
Author: Abu Hamid Muhammad al-GhazaliPublisher: Islamic Texts Society al-Ghazali Series
ISBN: 9781911141310
Category : Gratitude
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Originally written as a manual of spiritual instruction, this crucial work of medieval Islamic thought examines Sufi and mystical influences within the Muslim tradition to provide insight into the intellectual and religious history of the Muslim world. Written by one of the most famous theologian-mystics of all time, it is an in-depth discussion of two essential virtues of the religious and spiritual life: patience and thankfulness. Compelling and insightful, this exploration defines these virtues and examines their place in the Islamic worldview, with particular attention paid to their attainment and the influences that divert people from these virtues.
Patience and Thankfulness
Author: Abu Hamid Muhammad Al-GhazaliPublisher:
ISBN: 9781903682647
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
The Book of Patience and Thankfulness is the thirty-second chapter of The Revival of the Religious Sciences which is widely regarded as the greatest work of Islamic spirituality. Written by one of the most famous theologian-mystics of all time, The Book of Patience and Thankfulness discusses two of the virtues of the religious and spiritual life that are of universal interest. --
A Theology of Gratitude
Author: Mona SiddiquiPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1009198408
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
"How, from a theological standpoint, should we make sense of gratitude? This rich interdisciplinary volume is the first concertedly to explore theologies of gratitude from both Christian and Muslim perspectives. While the available literature has tended to rhapsodize gratitude to God and others as both a virtue and an obligation, this book by contrast offers something new by detailing ways in which gratitude is complicated by inequality: even to the point of becoming a vice. Gratitude now emerges as something more than a virtue and other than merely transactional. It can be a burden, bringing about indebtedness and an imbalance of power; but it may also be a resonant source of reconciliation and belonging. Topics discussed cover the personal and political dimensions of gratitude, including such issues as justice, multiculturalism, racism, imperialism, grief, memory and hope. The book assembles, from different traditions, some of the leading theologians of our times"--
Avoiding Harm
Author: A. Rashied OmarPublisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1666774790
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Research scholars have lamented the fact that most of the extant studies on religious responses to the COVID-19 pandemic focus on a particular religious group, typically Christian. This book fills this lacuna by providing some useful insights into how one Muslim religious institution responded to the pandemic. It portrays the sermons, advice, and guidance provided to the Claremont Main Road Mosque (CMRM) congregation in Cape Town, South Africa, by its Imams and elected board of governors during the course of the pandemic. The book carries a concluding chapter by Professor R. Scott Appleby, an expert in the study of lived religion, who critically reflects on this collection of sermons and the response of the mosque by providing some independent ruminations on the themes of religion, science, and the human person.
Al-Ghazali's Philosophical Theology
Author: Frank GriffelPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199724725
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 423
Book Description
The Muslim thinker al-Ghazali (d. 1111) was one of the most influential theologians and philosophers of Islam and has been considered an authority in both Western and Islamic philosophical traditions. Born in northeastern Iran, he held the most prestigious academic post in Islamic theology in Baghdad, only to renounce the position and teach at small schools in the provinces for no money. His contributions to Islamic scholarship range from responding to the challenges of Aristotelian philosophy to creating a new type of Islamic mysticism and integrating both these traditions-falsafa and Sufism-into the Sunni mainstream. This book offers a comprehensive study of al-Ghazali's life and his understanding of cosmology-how God creates things and events in the world, how human acts relate to God's power, and how the universe is structured. Frank Griffel presents a serious revision of traditional views on al-Ghazali, showing that his most important achievement was the creation of a new rationalist theology in which he transformed the Aristotelian views of thinkers such as Avicenna to accord with intellectual currents that were well-established within Muslim theological discourse. Using the most authoritative sources, including reports from al-Ghazali's students, his contemporaries, and his own letters, Griffel reconstructs every stage in a turbulent career. The al-Ghazali that emerges offers many surprises, particularly on his motives for leaving Baghdad and the nature of his "seclusion" afterwards. Griffel demonstrates that al-Ghazali intended to create a new cosmology that moved away from concerns held earlier by Muslim theologians and Arab philosophers. This new theology aimed to provide a framework for the pursuit of the natural sciences and a basis for Islamic science and philosophy to flourish beyond the 12th century. Al-Ghazali's Philosophical Theology is the most thorough examination to date of this important thinker.
Ghazālī’s Epistemology
Author: Nabil Yasien MohamedPublisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1000967034
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Focusing on Abū Ḥāmid al-Ghazālī (d. 1111) – one of the foremost scholars and authorities in the Muslim world who is central to the Islamic intellectual tradition – this book embarks on a study of doubt (shakk) and certainty (yaqīn) in his epistemology. The book looks at Ghazālī’s attitude to philosophical demonstration and Sufism as a means to certainty. In early scholarship surrounding Ghazālī, he has often been blamed as the one who single-handedly offered the death-blow to philosophy in the Muslim world. In much of contemporary scholarship, Ghazālī is understood to prefer philosophy as the ultimate means to certainty, granting Sufism a secondary status. Hence, much of previous scholarship has either focused on Ghazālī as a Sufi or as a philosopher; this book takes a parallel approach, and acknowledges each discipline in its right place. It analyses Ghazālī’s approach to acquiring certainty, his methodological scepticism, his foundationalism, his attitude to authoritative instruction (taʿlim), and the place of philosophical demonstration and Sufism in his epistemology. Offering a systematic and comprehensive approach to Ghazālī’s epistemology, this book is a valuable resource for scholars of Islamic philosophy and Sufism in particular, and for educated readers of Islamic studies in general.
Perfecting the Character
Author: Dr ZamPublisher: Dr Zam’s Academy® & Dr Zam’s Institute of Holistic Living
ISBN: 981463820X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Embark on a transformative journey with "Perfecting the Character: A Guide Based on Quran, Hadith, and Evidence-Based Strategies." This enlightening book bridges the timeless wisdom of Islamic teachings with contemporary scientific insights to offer a comprehensive guide for personal and spiritual development. Discover how to cultivate virtues such as integrity, patience, compassion, and continuous improvement, all grounded in the profound guidance of the Quran and the exemplary life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Each chapter delves deep into these core virtues, presenting Islamic teachings alongside modern psychological and behavioral strategies, making the concepts not only accessible but also actionable. The book is thoughtfully designed with practical workbook activities to help you reflect, set goals, and implement the principles discussed. Whether you are seeking to enhance your personal character, achieve spiritual growth, or foster better relationships, this guide provides the tools and inspiration needed to embark on this rewarding path. "Perfecting the Character" is more than just a book; it is a companion for anyone committed to self-improvement and excellence. Embrace the journey of perfecting your character and experience the profound impact it can have on your life and the lives of those around you. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to become the best version of yourself. Join us in this journey of personal and spiritual excellence.
Islam [4 volumes]
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Author: Cenap ÇakmakPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610692179
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 2003
Book Description
This expansive four-volume encyclopedia presents a broad introduction to Islam that enables learning about the fundamental role of Islam in world history and promotes greater respect for cultural diversity. One of the most popular and widespread religions in the world, Islam has attracted a great deal of attention in recent times, particularly in the Western world. With the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and a pervasive sense of hostility toward Arab Americans, there is ever increasing need to examine and understand Islam as a religion and historical force. Islam: A Worldwide Encyclopedia provides some 700 entries on Islam written by expert contributors that cover the religion from the birth of Islam to the present time. The set also includes 16 pages of color images per volume that serve to illustrate the diverse expressions of this important religious tradition. Each entry begins with a basic introduction, followed by a general discussion of the subject and a conclusion. Each entry also features a further readings list for readers. In addition to supplying a comprehensive, authoritative overview of Islam, this work also specifically addresses many controversial related issues, including jihad, violence in Islam, polygamy, and apostasy.
Al-Ghazali the Islamic Reformer
Author: Mohamed Abu Bakr a. Al-MuslehPublisher: The Other Press
ISBN: 9675062827
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
Numerous studies have been done on Imam al-Ghzali (1058-1111) in almost all major languages. So much is the academic attention given to him, and deservedly so, that it is difficult to find any element of originality in a new study on him. Various aspects of his life and thought have yet to be adequately studied, one of them being his role in islah (Islamic reform). It is also true that the study of islah as a separate topic is somewhat new, and available literature on the subject is limited within the views and the achievements of a number of distinguished scholars in the modern times. This work attempts to discover part of the rich legacy of the reformers by introducing a pre-modern scholar as Imam al-Ghazali.
