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Cartography, a word from Greek origin, is the science and art of mapmaking and is an endeavor paramount in the intellectual development of human being. When the Muslims of 9th century Baghdad decided to preserve the totality of classical Greek science in Arabic, the new language of civilization, they discovered Ptolemy. His Geographia was a guide to mapmaking and enormously important for all Muslim mapmaking. Over the next five hundred years, Muslims increased their knowledge of geography and perfected their mapmaking skills, eventually producing maps of great complexity and beauty. Modern cartography has its origin in the many breakthroughs made by Muslim scientist, centuries ago. This book is not meant to be a history of maps, but a celebration of some of the achievement of Muslim master mapmaker. Insha’ Allah, readers of this book will be encouraged to view maps of all kinds with greater appreciation, knowing the great amount of labor and learning that have facilitated their production. -
THE GOLDEN ADVICE SERIES is a response to the obligation of giving naseehah (good advice) and its obvious need in our ummah at the present time. This series focuses on the naseehah to the believers from the Glorious Qur`an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (S). This advice ranges from Tawheed (worshiping Allah alone) to morals and issues of business transactions. Each of the books comes in an easy-to-read size but the contents are highly beneficial, bi ithni`llah! Each book is printed in 2 colors with Ayahs and rules in red color while the text is black. Titles In The Golden Series 1.The Concise Legacy 2.O My Son! (The Advice of Luqmaan) 3.Do not Become Angry 4.Guard the Tongue 5.Be patient and Paradise will be Yours 6.Rizq and Lawful Earning 7.Do not Be Envious 8.The Muslim home - View Sample Pages 9. Young Man! 10. Be Steadfast! Book 1 - The Concise Legacy The Concise Legacy, the first in the Golden Advice Series, is an advice given by Ahmad ibn Taymiyah on matters which will set right one`s affairs of the deen (religion) and dunyaa (world). The framework for this advice is provided by the advice of the Prophet (S) to Mu`aadh ibn Jabal (R): `O Mu`aadh, fear Allah wherever you are, and follow up a bad deed with a good one and it will wipe it out and behave well towards people.` (Tirimidhee) The advice contained in this book covers what would make one attain the good of this world and the hereafter Insha Allaah. Other than being a discourse of how a servant can remain attached to his Lord, the advice contained in this book also focuses on the interpersonal relationship between human beings (i.e. being good to others by giving them their rights, being just to them etc). Book 2 - O My Son! (The Advice of Luqmaan) One of the duties parents owes their children is to guide them aright by educating them. They are obligated to correct their children`s errors and most importantly guide them to live a life that is pleasing to Allaah (Azawajal) by teaching them the means of achieving that. To assist the parents in discharging these responsibilities, Allaah (A) gave clear guidance in the Qur`an. He gave us the example of a dutiful father-Luqman and the advice he gave to his son: `And (remember) when Luqman said to his son when he was advising him: `0 my son! Join not in worship others with Allaah. Verily! Joining others in worship with Allaah is a great Zulm (injustice) indeed.` (Luqmaan [311: 13) Our success as parents is determined largely by how well we are able to discharge those responsibilities Allaah O has placed on us regarding our children. This book explains different aspects of the advice of Luqmaan to his son and its significance for a successful life. Book 3 - Do not Become Angry Much of the flaws that afflict the individual and the community stem from the singular defect of Anger. Allaah (j) and His Messenger (S) have given us instructions regarding the malady and advised us to keep it in check. This work is an extensive discussion of these instructions. We hope that this concise work will aid the one who is afflicted with this flaw to find a cure in, insha Allaah; while the one who is free of it will find enough incentives to keep his emotions under control. Book 4 - Guard the Tongue How many people have earned the wrath of Allaah as a result of misuse of their tongues? How many injuries that may never heal have been inflicted through the careless slips of the tongue? The Messenger of Allaah (S) said: `Indeed, the servant will speak words that are pleasing to Allaah, due to which he will be given a condition in which Allaah will raise him many levels. And indeed, the servant will speak words that are displeasing to Allaah, due to which he will not be given a good condition, but (instead) be thrown into the Hellfire.` (Bukhaaree) This book highlights those sins that seem so light on the tongue yet so grave on the scale and offers practical advice on how to keep the tongue in check. Book 5 - Be patient and Paradise will be Yours After eemaan (faith), the most honorable trait with which man could be endowed is patience. It is the best course of action in all situations. It is a cause for Allaah`s mercy and helps. It is a source of spiritual joy. The final victory in both matters of the world and Hereafter is only earned by patients and the good end beings only to the patient ones. Our trials in this world are numerous and varied. Sometimes, they come as difficulties and some other times in forms of ease. Situations that life turns on us sometimes could stretch our will and faith to the extreme. In all situations, patience and eemaan remain our most valued companions for the Prophet (S) said: `Whoever remains patient, Allaah will make him patient. Nobody can be given a blessing better and greater than patience.` (Bukhaaree) This book is a discussion of patience and how to develop that trait so that we might be a recipient of one of Allaah`s greatest blessings. Book 6 - Rizq and Lawful Earning Narrated by Umar ibn al-Khattab (R), the Prophet (S) said: `If you put your faith completely in Allaah, He will arrange for your sustenance in the same way as he provides for the bird. They go out in the morning with their stomachs empty and return filled in the evening.` (Tirmidhee) This book discusses the place of pride Islaam gives to making lawful earnings and rizq through hard work and striving. It also looks at the contempt Islaam places on begging and indolence. Then it looks at which earnings are lawful, which are not and the many ways by which wealth can increase while seeking the pleasure of Allaah (A). Book 7 - Do not Be Envious Ever heard of the cause of the first disobedience in the heavens? ENVY! That was it! I bless (Shaytaan) disobeyed Allah, his Lord, out of envy, arrogance, and pride. (See Al-Araaf [7]: 12). Envy is also one of the commonest sins on earth! It is the deadly disease of the heart that destroys personal as well as communal relationships! ENVY: its causes, its effects and how to deal with it, is the subject of this small but beneficial book. May the one Who is afflicted with this disease fine cure in the prescription contained in this book. (Ameen) Book 8 - The Muslim home A home is an important means towards building the Muslim community. The society is made up of homes and it is the origin. The home is life and the life is society. If the home is strong and morally sound, it will reflect in the larger society. Whatever the home is made up of that is the reflection that will be seen in the society. When the society is morally bankrupt it should be traced to the home. To rescue our society from destruction the home needs to be rebuilt on sound footings. The Messenger of Allaah (S) said: `Happiness has four elements; a good wife, a spacious house, a good neighbor and a good riding beast.` (Ibn Hibbaan) From this hadeeth, it can be seen that three out of the four elements of happiness concern the home. This book highlights the means and processes of building a Muslim home which guarantees sakeenah (tranquility). [an-Nahl (16):80] Book 9 - O Young Man! When do we teach our children? What do we teach them? How do we teach them? The Messenger of Allaah (N) showed the way of tarbiyah for Muslims in his life-forming advice to Abdullah ibn Abbas? This book is an insight into the basic Islamic teaching that children should be taught significant things early in life, so that they may live a meaningful life. It is must for every home. Is it not time to call our children and advise them with the words of the Prophet (S)? `O young man, I shall teach you some words (of advice): Be mindful of Allaah, and Allaah will protect you. Be mindful of Allaah, and you will find Him in front of you. If you ask, ask of Allaah; if you seek help, seek the help of Allaah...` (Tirmidhee) Book 10 - Be Steadfast! Every day we faced threats that shake us just a bit or rock us from the foundation of our being at other times. Such sections make us wonder whether we can remain steadfast and much on! Narrated Sufyaan Ibn Abdullah (R): `I said to the Messenger of Allah (S): `Messenger of Allah, tell me something to which I should hold fast. He said: `Affirm, `My Lord is Allah` and then be steadfast.` Then I said: `Messenger of Allah, what is that you are most afraid of in my case?` He took hold of his tongue and said: `Of this.`` (Tirmidhee) This book, Insha Allah, gives a concise insight into what it means to be steadfast, the kind of sections that necessitate being steadfast and the various ways and means of keeping steadfast in our faith. -
This publication present information about Allah and His prophet (PBUH) from the authentic Islamic Sources. The concept of Allah and its justification, His Attributes and His Qualities, His Blessings and His Grace, His Compassion and His Punishment, all have been presented in an intellectual style. The Quran and its authenticity has also been discussed. The high respect Islamic gives to the Prophet Isa (A.S) clearly highlighted. -
Islamic Etiquettes for a Newborn Child is a nice booklet prepared by Darussalam Research Division. It highlights, from the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), the precise etiquettes that we should be instilling in our newborn children. It is a must-read book if you are newly married or expecting a child. Every claim made in this book is supported by authentic hadiths and verses from the Noble Quran. It also details names that are prohibited to be used for Muslim children and names that are disliked according to the Islamic Law. -
In this book, the author has widely described the main principle of Taqleed. He says that Allah and Prophet Mohammed (SAW) have not ordered us to follow any opinions and interpretations. So there`s a possibility of being correct or incorrect in the opinions because there are many issues on which the Imams had different views and they explain them according to their own reasons and speculations, but the real and true Islam is based on the book (Quran) and Prophet`s Sunnah. Allah says: `But no, by your Lord, they can have no Faith until they make you judge in all disputed matters between them, and find in themselves no resistance against your decision, and accept them with full submission.` And the prophet said: `I leave you with two things as long as you hold them tightly, you never go astray: they are the book of Allah and my Sunnah.` In this sense, the author has described the difference between different Madhahib (madhabs/mazhabs), and their views and urged to follow only the Quran and Sunnah. -
Shaikh Abdur-Rahman Ibn Nasir bin As-Saadi Translated by Sidheeque M.A Veliankode Islam is the religion that ALLAH has chosen for mankind to follow. It is the religion that was preached by all of ALLAH’s chosen prophets and messengers throughout the ages. It is a religion that appeals to both the soul and the intellect. In this book, “The Merits of Islam” Shaikh ‘Abdur-Rahman As-Sa’adi calls upon the reader to use the latter of these two to reflect upon the benefits and virtues of Islam. In this way one will be able to see clearly the superiority of Islam over other systems and true blessing that is contained in Islam for all mankind. -
For centuries, the beautiful Moroccan city of Fez has been the cultural jewel of all northwest Africa. Its bustling traditional suq remains the heart of the present-day city. This book introduces its readers to Fez`s ancient suq, where 30,000 master craftsmen, representing hundreds of different trades, live and work. Readers will befriend Furqan, a Berber boy who visits this suq for the first time and makes a life-changing decision there. -
Carefully compiled by the research division of Darussalam, “What is Islam” is a meticulously authentic book answering the most pressing questions related to Islam today. This book has been developed with the aim of illuminating people around the world about the true religion of Islam and how it is linked to their lives. Apart from answering the question “What is Islam” the book delves further into this topic and answers questions such as Who is Allah, What is the Noble Quran, How were the heavens and earth created, Who is Muhammad (peace be upon him) and What is Qadar (Divine Decree). The book also sheds light on important topics such as science and the Noble Quran, Quran as a comprehensive legislation, human reproduction, description of paradise and hell, rules and regulations of hygiene in Islam, women and family in Islam, dress code for women and Biblical prophecy on the advent of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The book is written in easy to understand English language and features colorful illustrations to keep the readers interested. It gives authentic references from the Noble Quran and Sahih Ahadith of Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on all its claims. -
It is such a complete and comprehensive book that every Muslim, whether Male or Female, will tremendously benefit from reading it because it covers all the topics related to the life of a Muslim right from the Aqeedah to Obligations such as Prayers, Zakaah, Fasting and Hajj towards providing practical advice and Naseehah for success in all walks of life. ایک ایسی جامعع اور مکمل کتاب ہے جو ایک مسلمان کو اُسکے دین کے حوالے سے نہ صرف رہنمائی فراہم کرتی ہے بلکہ اُس رہنمائی کے پیچھے چھپے اصول کو بھی بیان کرتی ہے اور یوں ایک مسلمان فکر و عمل میں قران و سنت پر عمل پیرا ہوجاتا ہے۔ اس کتاب میں اسلام کے بنیادی ستون جیسے نماز، روزہ ، حج، زکوۃ کے مسائل بھی بیان کیئے ہیں اور ساتھ ہی قار ی کی رہنمائی کے لیے مخصوص قرانی صورتوں کی تفسیر بھی شامل کی گئی ہے۔ اسکے علاوہ کتاب میں روز مرہ کے آداب، دعائیں، سیرت کے واقعات اور شادی کے اوپر علیحدہ علیحدہ باب بھی شامل کیئے گئے ہیں۔ یوں یہ کتاب ہر مسلمان کے لیے اپنے دین کی بنیادوں کو سمجھنے کے بہترین ذریعہ بن جاتی ہے۔
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یہ کتاب مختصر زادالمعاد کا انگریزی ترجمہ ہے جس میں امام ابن القیم نے بہترین انداز میں قاری کے لیے صراطِ مستقیم کو واضح طور پر بیان کرتے ہوئے وہ تمام اعمال اور اخلاق بتائے ہیں جس سے انسان دنیا اور آخرت کامیاب کر سکتا ہے۔ Allah has sent the Messenger PBUH with guidance and the religion of truth. Strict adherence to the guidance of His Prophet PBUH is required from the followers of Islam. The scholars of the Islamic community have attached great importance to it and produced texts regarding the Acts of Worship, Dealings and Habits in the light of the Divine guidance.
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‘Islam is Your Birthright’ is a comprehensive book on the religion of Islam. Every Human is born in a specific religious environment and usually, they accept what their parents and society tell them about the religion. But some people, when confronted with other ideologies, start questioning their religion. This book presents the right of every Human being to know, that who created them, where are they coming from and where are they going, who is their Lord? And so on. Learn about Islam from this authentic and comprehensive book. -
The Inimitable and Physical Sciences by Darussalam is a book that confronts the readers with the test of what makes humans distinct from animals. It provides verses from the Holy Quran that makes people reflect about science. The book gives great information that could be used in debating and dealing with atheists. It is also very good for perspective reading and comparative studies. This book features images and illustrations to generate interest among readers and reveals all the scientific things mentioned in the Quran and Hadiths that scientists are now discovering. Topics such as the spherical shape of the earth, the wet crust, the Big Bang theory, shape of the universe, relativity to time, etc. are discussed in this book. -
چونکہ بہت سے مسلمان عربی زبان نہیں جانتے اور نہ ہی اُنہیں زندگی میں باقاعدہ عربی سیکھنے کا موقعہ ملتا ہے، اسی لیے وہ مختلف تراجم کی طرف رخ کرتے ہیں۔ لیکن ترجموں میں بھی بہت سی مشکلات کا سامنا کرنا پڑتا ہے۔ اسی لیے یہ ڈکشنری ترتیب دی گئی ہے کہ قاری کسی بھی مشکل لفظ کا با آسانی معنی جان سکے اور اپنے علم کی پیاس بجھی۔ Since the majority of the followers of Islam are not native speakers of Arabic, and many of them may not have the chance to learn it properly, translation has been resorted to, and however incomplete it may be. But even good translator always finds it difficult to translate the special terms from Arabic. A cursory look at the translation of various Islamic works would reveal the discrepancies between the Arabic text and its translation, on one hand, and the different renderings of the same Arabic terms by different translators or even by the same translator at different times. This dictionary is the solution to these problems.a
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This book shares with its reader the humbling incidents of Muslims around the world that repented in front of their Lord and decided not to live a life of disobedience anymore. This book will provide the insight into the limitless mercy of Allah (S.W.T) and inspire the reader to live his/her life according to the fitra’h created by the most beautiful Creator, Allah. ہم میں سے کون ہے جس نے گناہ نہ کیا ہو؟ ہم میں سے کون ہے جس نے تمام احکام با کمال پورے کیے ہوں؟ ہم سب ہی بحیثیتِ انسان گناہ گار اور خطا کار ہیں اور ہمیشہ اپنے رب کی رحمت اور مغفرت کے طلبگار ہیں۔ ہم میں سے بہتر وہی ہیں جو اپنی خامیوں، کمیوں اور غلطیوں کو پہچانتے ہوں اور اپنے رب کے آگے توبہ کر کے اُسکی رحمت کے طلبگار ہوں۔ یہ کتاب ایسی ہی لوگوں کی سچی کہانیوں کا مجموعہ ہے جو اپنے رب سے مایوس نہیں ہوئے اور اُسکے آگے اپنی غلطی کا اعتراف کر کے معافی کے طلبگار ہوئے۔ آیئے، ہم بھی ان سچے واقعات سے اپنی مغفرت کا سامان کریں۔ -
All praises to be Allah, who is Most Gracious and Most Merciful. Allah created everything in the form of pairs, like Allah created male and female, from a single drop. I bear witness that there is no God worthy of Worship except Allah, alone without partners in worship. (Beshak) Before the advent of Islam, women didn’t have any status in Arab society. The birth of the girl for example was considered to be unwelcome event. But the status of the women created by thy Islam is unique. They have proper rights in a society. They are not inferior to anyone. Islam gives respect and rights to women by introducing many relation, such as mother, daughter, sister and wife. In short, Islam gives comprehensive approach to the women. This book “Rulings pertaining to Muslim Women” written by Dr. Saleh Fauzan highlights the key aspects of women’s life. -
This is an autobiography presented by Iman Daglas, an American Woman who was Christian before, unfolding the ethical and moral values of Islam in the perspective of the current tussle between the materialism and the search for truth and eternal peace. It is led to believe that Islam has repressed women, that in Islam women are second-class citizens, and they have no rights! While Islam is the first religion to give women their due rights, and this book clearly proves that a Muslim woman wearing proper Hijab is truly a well-guarded treasure. -
Dear Muslim sister, it is my sincere intention to present you with a comprehensive book that addresses those matters of your life and religion that are essential in facilitating your role as a mother, teacher and nurturer. I have collected, in this work, the views of great scholars (and imams) who have preceded us in their knowledge, laborious endeavors, and virtue. -
In our world of chaos and confusion concerning the unending problems of sexual abuses and perversion, most mankind has all but given up hope on how to come to terms with this intractable of all problems. If we don`t come up with a solution to face this dilemma, the disaster that accompanies these crimes will be upon us as a whole. We will pay, our children will pay and our children`s children will pay. This is certain. Thankfully, we have the Divine guidance on how to avoid these problems from the beginning by following the laws set out for us by the One who knows his creation. Darussalam presents this booklet as a solution to one of the most difficult problems of our time. -
If you only have information and knowledge about one human being in your life, knowing about the prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the most beneficial. Everything he showed his companions and the rest of the world was beneficial. No one’s life was studied closer and in more detail than his. He let his private life, his family life and his business dealings be the subject of study. He let every aspects of his life, even his tears, be the subject of study. There is no figure in history whose life, public and personal, is so well documented by eyewitness reports. It is truly and enlightening documents to study. -
Ramadan Excellent Merits and Virtuous Deeds by Darussalam is an important booklet written by Hafiz Salah-ud-Din Yusuf. The book details all the virtuous deed that should be carried out in the holy month of Ramadan and is a good guide for people aiming to achieve the maximum benefits of this holy month. It explains how we should welcome Ramadan, matters related to Itekaf, the night prayer, giving charity, and searching for the Night of Decree. -
This book contains an informative discussion of the definition of fasting, its significance, and the wisdom behind fasting. It also explains some of the important elements of fasting, what is allowed and what is not allowed for the fasting person, as well as helpful issues related to making -up missed fasts. In addition, a number of issues related to the Night Prayer and Zakat-ul-Fitr are also included. -
Surahs to Seek Refuge by Darussalam is a colorful book designed for children that teaches them ways of asking refuge of Allah. It features pictures throughout the book and fun activities at the end to generate interest and augment the learning process in a fun way. It details passages and chapters from the Quran that were sent as a means of granting protection to the reciter from physical and material harm. It also explains events when Prophet Muhammad ï·º had to suffer due to magic and how it was casted on him. It teaches ways through which children can purify their hearts from evil and fill them with the remembrance of Allah. -
The Gift of Friendship by Darussalam is a colorful storybook designed for children. It is an Islamic alternative to the storybooks currently available in the market and teaches children how good friends behave in Islam. It explains some of the constructive activities friends can do when they get together and details the six duties that every Muslim has to carry out when they meet another Muslim. At the end of the story, the book features fun activities, quizzes like friendship test and missing puzzles.