<p>The author introduces his book by saying, "As for the introduction, we have explained in it the sum- mons to God, His religion, and His path. As for the eight sections, each concerns a certain category of people, the first category being the scholars; the second the ascetics and devotees; the third the kings, the rulers, and other people in authority; the fourth the merchants, the craftsmen, and other such people; the fifth the poor, the weak, and the destitute; the sixth the dependents such as the women, children, and slaves; the seventh the generality of believers, both the obedient among them and the transgressors; the eighth those who have not responded to the summons of God and His Messenger and do not believe in God and the Last Day. Finally, in conclusion, we give brief counsels of advice to all eight categories, in addition to general counsels and exhortations that soften the heart, the completion of which closes the book."</p>

The Complete Summons and General Reminder (The Fons Vitae Imam al-Haddad Spiritual Masters series)

Religion & Spirituality

Imam Abdallah al-Haddad

Islam

Fons Vitae,US

Numerology plays a key role in interpreting sacred texts, as in the Arabic language each letter has a numerical equivalent, according to the Abjad system. The author uses this approach to explain various Quranic passages, and sacred words and phrases, demonstrating meanings which lie hidden beneath the surface. He then applies the science of numerology to elucidate the form of the canonical prayer, one of the pillars of Islam. Making use of traditional tools of sacred science, such as the 'magic square' or Wafaq, and the Tetraktys, he provides remarkable demonstrations of the geometric and numerological structure mainifested in the sacred rites. He shows how each movement and detail related to the prayer is designed with perfect precision. Understanding more about the divine wisdom contained within these acts of worship, and how they are established in harmony within the universal system that underlies all creation will open the reader's eyes to new dimensions, which were traditionally the privilege of only a select few. In the same way that many animal species are currently threatened with extinction, the modern age is characterized by the loss of numerous branches of traditional wisdom. Heir to a remarkable corpus of esoteric knowledge, that came down to him through his family-his grandfather from Damascus, who carried the title Shaykh al-Islam, was one of the highest religious authorities- Suleiman Joukhadar chose to publish this book, rather than allow aspects of this precious wisdom to become lost. Keys to Sacred Science focuses on just one branch of these knowledge traditions, the science of numerology. Explaining how the path to acquiring sacred knowledge is unlike the contemporary approach to learning, the book examines the accounts in the Quran of total knowledge being bestowed upon Adam, and the quest for sacred knowledge by Moses through his encounter with al-Khiḍr, the Wise. 144 pp, 49 diagrams & illustrations

Keys to Sacred Science: Geometry and Numerology in Islam

Suleiman Sami Joukhadar

Science & Math

In collaboration with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf Hanson, Fons Vitae has taken on the monumental task of bringing out Imam al-Ghazali’s magnum opus, “The Revival of the Religious Sciences” based on the 2011 Dar al-Minhaj critical Arabic edition , as an educational package re-crafted for families and schools. Each translation of the 40 books will be accompanied by an adaptation for children as well as workbooks with activities and a school curriculum, all supported by an interactive parent-children’s website and Pilot School Program. Over the centuries, the Ihya has been regarded as the greatest compendium of Islamic spirituality and ethical behavior for everyday life. It lays down practical teachings and explains how the outer aspects of Islam can, through their inner spiritually transformative meanings, change every situation into one which strengthens the innate human nobility of character. The Prophet Mohammad said, “I was only sent to perfect good character”.

Imam Al-Ghazali: The Book of Belief for Childrenworkbook (Ghazali Children)

Al-Ghazali

Children's Books

Now joining Book Sets One and Two from al-Ghazali’s Revival of the Religious Sciences, the Book of Knowledge and the Book of Belief, is Book Set Three, The Mysteries of Purification. Accompanying the translation for parents and teachers, the volume for children contains 17 stories, introduced by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, as well as a complete workbook and a curriculum with marvelous supportive activities for schools and home schools. Both parents and children will be inspired by being able to understand the deeper meanings and beauty of the rituals of purification, from the teachings and insights of Imam al-Ghazali.

al-ghazali: Los misterios de la purificación para niños, incluyendo Workbook (al-ghazali Childrens Series)

Imam Al-Ghazali

Religions

<p>In The Sublime Way: the Sufi Path of the Sages of Makka, Shaykh Seraj Hendricks, Ust?dh Dr H.A. Hellyer and Shaykh Ahmad Hendricks, describe the path of the way of the scholars of Makka - ?ar?qa ?Ulam? Makka - who came from around the globe, and engaged with each other in that holy city. The authentic and indigenous spirituality of the Holy Cities has survived. This book is an authoritative Sufi guide in English transmitting the teachings of the great sage from the Holy City of Makka, Shaykh al-Sayyid Muhammad b. ?Alaw? al-M?lik? (d. 2004). This Meccan scholar represents one of the true inheritors of the Ghaz?l?an legacy in the modern age. The brotherhood follows the spiritual path of "self-purification (tazkiya), inner excellence (i?s?n) and the path (sayr) to God Most High" Shaykh Seraj Hendricks and Shaykh Ahmad Hendricks were khulafa- spiritual representatives - of the pre-eminent sage, Sayyid Muhammad b. Alawi al-Maliki, who was a prominent master of this way. This volume explains various practical aspects of Sufism, and provides the reader with both some of the litanies and practices of the order, while also introducing how it engaged with a particular community of Muslims in South Africa. Scholars from around the world have provided glowing recommendations for it, including the likes of Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad, Shaykh Muhammad Ninowy, Shaykh Afeefuddin al-Jailani, Dr Mona Hassan, and many others. "This is a book that I believe, Allah Willing, would please the souls of the noble scholar, al-Sayyid Muhammad b. ?Alaw? al-M?lik?, and that of his forefathers, for it shows how united the scholars of Makka were in their Sufism. Indeed, it's a very good explanation of the different facets of the path of Sufism, the way of the scholars of Makka - ?ar?qa ?Ulam? Makka - who came from around the globe and engaged with each other in such a beautiful way in Makka. May Allah bless the authors for their efforts, and may He allow us to benefit."? - Syed Hasan b. Muhammad bin Salem al-Attas, Imam, Masjid Ba'Alaw?e, Singapore</p>

A Sublime Way: The Sufi Path of the Sages of Makka

Shaykh Seraj Hendricks

Dr H.A. Ustadh Hellyer