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Naqshbandi Sufi Tradition Guidebook of Daily Practices and Devotions
By Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani
Presents the doctrinal underpinnings of the Sufi Tradition according to the sourcetexts of Islam, the Quran and Sunnah as well as evidences for the practices on which Sufi spiritual disciplines are based. The book then presents in detail, in both English, Arabic and transliteration, the daily, weekly and date-specific devotional rites of Naqshbandi practitioners.
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Classical Islam and the Naqshbandi Sufi Tradition
By Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani
Considered one of the most distinguished schools of Islamic spirituality, the Naqshbandi Sufi Order has a long and illustrious history reaching back to the first days of Islam. Led by the Shaykhs of the Golden Chain — inheritors of the spiritual knowledge of the Prophets and Saints — the Naqshbandi Order has always played a central, pivotal role in the life of the Muslim world and has survived the turmoil and tribulations of the past century to remain one of the few authentic mystical traditions maintaining a living link with its ancient past.
Classical Islam and the Naqshbandi Sufi Tradition is the most detailed and authentic book ever written about a Sufi order in English. Providing a comprehensive history of the Naqshbandi Order, the author Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani, one of the most respected teachers of Islamic spirituality in the world today, traces the lives of its foremost teachers from Prophet Muhammad (s) to the present. Their life stories are intimately woven with landmark events of history, from the time of the Prophet Muhammad’s Companions to the fall of the Ottoman Empire and the re-emergence of Islam in the former Soviet Union. Furthermore this book details the fundamental principles of the Sufi Path and the primary teachings of the Naqshbandi Order, exploring the doctrines and practices whose goal is nothing less than bringing humankind to its highest potential as the viceregent of God.
The outcome of extensive research, this book is based on the experiences of a traditional Sufi Shaykh over many years. Bringing to bear his voluminous knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence, and combining it with superlative storytelling, Shaykh Kabbani provides the Western reader with a sumptuous spiritual feast – one that can be returned to again, not only for its comprehensive information, but for inspiration and guidance in today’s turbulent world.
Cloth Hardcover, Bookmark, Foil-Embossed Jacket, 972 Pages.
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The Approach of Armageddon?
An Islamic Perspective
By Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani
Published by ISCA, SUMMER 2003
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Many people are acquainted with Biblical prophecies regarding the end of the world, but how many know what the second-largest faith, Islam, has foretold? Time-honored beliefs held by one-fifth of the world’s population, but little known in the West, are expertly presented in this compelling book.
A classical scholar from one of the Middle East's most prestigious religious schools, the author has studied classical Islamic teachings for more than forty years. In this timely work, he examines divine revelation and holy traditions about the Last Days, along with discoveries of modern science foretold in Islam’s holiest texts. Also included are often concealed ancient predictions of Islam regarding the appearance of the anti-Christ, Armageddon, the leadership of believers by Mahdi (i.e. “the Savior”), the second coming of Jesus Christ, and the tribulations preceding the Day of Judgment.
The author weaves a fascinating mix of interpretations and detailed narratives of Prophet Muhammad which provide a roadmap of the future and analysis of the past. Though terrifying in their import, we are given final hope of a time on earth filled with peace, reconciliation and prosperity: An age in which, “there will be but one community on earth where lions, tigers and wolves shall graze side-by-side with camels, cattle and sheep. All enmity and wars will end, while wealth is overflowing. No person shall be in need and the entire focus of life will be spirituality.”
This unprecedented work is a “must read” for religious scholars and laypersons interested in broadening their understanding of centuries-old religious traditions pertaining to the Last Days.
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The Honor of Women in Islam
By Professor Yusuf Da Costa
Published by ISCA, SUMMER 2002 As a member of the Advisory Committee of the Islamic Supreme Council of America, whose aim is to present the peaceful, moderate, tolerant face of Islam, Dr. da Costa undertook the writing of this work as a mission to elucidate the true respect and love for women inherent in the Islamic faith. Relying explicitly on the source texts of Islam, including the Holy Quran and the sayings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Dr. da Costa details classical Islam’s true teachings regarding the rights and roles of women.
Muhammad, The Messenger of Islam: His Life & Prophecy
By Hajjah Amina Adil
Published by ISCA, SUMMER 2002
Since the 7th century, the biography of Islam's Prophet Muhammad has shaped the perception of the religion and its place in world history. English biographies of Muhammad -- founder of the faith which currently claims 1.5 billion followers -- have characteristically presented him in the light of verifiable historical authenticity. Muhammad, The Messenger of Islam goes one step further in skillfully etching the personal portrait of a man of incomparable moral and spiritual stature.
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