Purification of the soul is a principle that is central to understanding Islamic spirituality but despite this, relatively little has been written explicitly in the Islamic tradition regarding this discrete method of spiritual purification. This book examines the work of a scholar of this discipline, al-Hārith al-Muhāsibī, who lived and worked during the classical Islamic period under the Abbāsids. Although al-Muhāsibī was well known for his skills in many disciplines, including the Qur’ān, Prophetic narration and scholastic theology, it is his mastery in the field of Islamic spirituality and moral psychology for which he is best remembered. Assessing the extent to which the political, social and economic factors played a part in his life and work, Gavin Picken provides a comprehensive overview of his work and its great significance in the development of Islamic spirituality. Reconstructing his life in chronological order and providing the most comprehensive appraisal of his works to date, it explores a facet of al-Muhāsibī’s teaching which as yet has not been studied, namely his understanding, concept and methodology regarding the purification of the soul within the Islamic paradigm. As such, it will be of great interest not only to researchers and students of Sufism but also to scholars of comparative spirituality and mysticism.

This exploration of Islamic spirituality delves into the psychological diseases and cures of the heart. Diseases examined include miserliness, envy, hatred, treachery, rancour, malice, ostentation, arrogance, covetousness, lust, and other afflictions that assail people and often control them. The causes and practical cures of these diseases are discussed, offering a penetrating glimpse into how Islam deals with spiritual and psychological problems and demonstrating how all people can benefit from these teachings.

This exploration of Islamic spirituality delves into the psychological diseases and cure of the heart. Diseases examined include miserliness, envy, hatred, treachery, rancour, malice, ostentation, arrogance, covetousness, lust, and other afflictions that assail people and often control them.

Nafs is a veil between Allah and His slave. If nafs is removed, there remains no veil between Allah and His slave. This veil of nafs is commonly known as “spiritual vile” or “vile of nafs”. These spiritual vile or vile of nafs include arrogance, pride, vanity, jealousy, narcissism, pretence, grudge, falsehood and sensual desires like sensual desire of appetite, sexual desire and lust for prominence and fame etc. It is obligatory upon everyone to get rid of these spiritual ailments. This book is the translation of Urdu book “Nafs Kay Nasoor” written by Shabeeh-e-Ghaus-e-Azam Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen Hazrat Sakhi Sultan Mohammad Najib ur Rehman. In his book he has explained spiritual ailments in the light of Quran and Hadiths in detail so that a seeker of Allah becomes fully aware of these ailments and can save himself from them. The procedure of getting salvation from these ailments is called “Tazkiya-e-Nafs” which can only be acquired with assistance of the perfect spiritual guide. The perfect spiritual guide cures these ailments of the innerself through invocation and contemplation of Ism-e-Allah Zaat and blesses the seekers of Allah with sacred vision of Allah. For online reading please visit http://sultan-ul-faqr-publications.com/ Contact # +923224722766 #sultanbahoo #sultanularifeen #sultanulashiqeen #sultanulashiqeenbooks #purificationofinnerself #purificationinsufism #tazkiyanafs #nafskynasoor #nafskaynasur #sultanulfaqrpublications #sultanbahoobooks #diseasesofself #ainulfaqr #kaleedultauheed

This book deals about the Islamic Gnosticism and present a comprehensive narrative about the Theoretical Gnosticism (Irfan-e-Nazari). In accordance with Islamic Ideology the most exalted aim of God and his divinely appointed prophets is the training and guidance of human being in their spiritual journey from earthly temporary abode towards the eternal Gods Celestial-Kingdom. The main contents of the book as mentioned earlier are the etiquette and instructions of Gnostic journey, ways and manners of servitude, detailed descriptions of deeds and worships that must be performed by a wayfarer, and what sort of behaviors and restrictions they must practice in order to attain the desired results. The book consists of preface and three parts covering the following topics: Self-purification, Human Virtues, What to be?, Heart in Qur'an, Hard-heartedness, Self-refinement, Self-struggle, Egotism, Worldliness, Piety, Characteristics of the Pious, Repentance or Self-Cleansing, Training and Perfection of Self, Faith, Means of Achieving Perfection and Gods Nearness, Invocations, Instructions, Obstacles of the Path, Nourishment of Moral Virtues, Righteous Deeds etc. The most prevalent misunderstanding about Islamic Mysticism which must be clarified is that relinquishment of worldly involvement, seclusion, and monasticism are not prerequisites for undertaking a spiritual migration towards God-Almighty; on the contrary, as it would be shown in the later part of this book, Islam demands from its followers that while living among the people a normal social life discharging the individual and collective obligations, they shouldnt be negligent of their own selves and must pay special attention towards their spiritual purification.

In the tapestry of Islamic practice, the concepts of purity and cleanliness are woven into the very fabric of daily life. Purification holds a central place in the hearts and minds of believers, serving as both a spiritual and physical cleansing ritual. It is a means to draw closer to the Divine and a reflection of the profound connection between the inner and the outer, the physical and the spiritual. The book you hold in your hands, "Purification and Purity in Islam," embarks on a journey into the heart of these sacred practices. In the following pages, we delve into the multifaceted art of ablution, an essential act of purification, and Siwak, the age-old practice of oral hygiene. These rituals are not mere acts of cleansing; they are pathways to purity, sanctity, and nearness to the Divine.

Refine your heart and mind with the wisdom of Islamic spirituality "To live a meaningful life--one that brings us joy, contentment and fulfillment--we have to do the inner spiritual work of becoming a more complete human being." --from the Introduction Over the centuries, Islamic sages have gleaned timeless spiritual insights and practices from sacred texts, meditation and knowledge of the heart--gems that have been passed down from generation to generation. This book invites you--no matter what your practice may be--to access the treasure chest of Islamic spirituality, particularly Sufism, and use its wealth to strengthen your own journey. The riches include guidance drawn from the Qur'an, sayings of the Prophet Muhammad and Sufi poets such as the thirteenth-century Rumi on cultivating awareness, intentionality and compassion for self and others. This book also features entertaining wisdom teaching stories, especially those of Mulla Nasruddin, Islam's great comic foil, to expand the mind and heart. It breaks down barriers to accessing this ancient tradition for modern seekers by dispelling myths about the Muslim faith concerning gender bias, inclusivity and appreciation for diversity. Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey, you will find these gems worthy additions to your own treasure chest within.