{"product_id":"fundamental-principles-of-tasawwuf-mukhtasar-qawaid-al-tasawwuf-9781966329275","title":"Fundamental Principles of Tasawwuf: Mukhtasar Qawa'id al-Tasawwuf","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe science of \u003ci\u003eTasawwuf\u003c\/i\u003e, often misunderstood and misrepresented, is the cornerstone of spirituality that guides the seeker toward sincerity, self-purification, and closeness to Allah. In this abridgment of \u003ci\u003eThe Principles of Tasawwuf\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eQawa'id al-Tasawwuf\u003c\/i\u003e), lessons from the illustrious Sheikh Ahmad Zarruq (d. 899 AH) presents a timeless masterpiece, systematizing the core principles of the spiritual path with unparalleled clarity. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis concise yet profound work delineates 40 essential principles, or \u003ci\u003eqawa'id\u003c\/i\u003e, from his larger work, that navigate the trader through the intricate interplay of \u003ci\u003eiman\u003c\/i\u003e, practice (\u003ci\u003e'amal\u003c\/i\u003e), and self-awareness. Sheikh Ahmad Zarruq explores the essence of \u003ci\u003eTasawwuf\u003c\/i\u003e by bridging it seamlessly with lslamic jurisprudence and theology. The text emphasizes that true spirituality is unattainable without sound understanding of the \u003ci\u003eShari'ah\u003c\/i\u003e and vice versa, reminding us of the holistic unity between outward adherence and inward sincerity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSOME OF THE KEY THEMES EXPLORED INCLUDE: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship between faith, jurisprudence, and spirituality, captured in the maxim, \"No \u003ci\u003eTasawwuf \u003c\/i\u003ewithout \u003ci\u003eFiqh\u003c\/i\u003e, and no \u003ci\u003eFiqh\u003c\/i\u003e without \u003ci\u003eTasawwuf\u003c\/i\u003e.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe perils of extremism in worship and the necessity of balance in religious practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe conditions for sincerity in remembrance (\u003ci\u003edhikr\u003c\/i\u003e) and the transformative power of seeking Allah through it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rule of mentorship and the necessity of a guide for traversing the spiritual path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe centrality of humility, ethical conduct, and adherence to the prophetic way in dealing with oneself and others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an era of spiritual confusion and material distraction, the Sheikh's work offers an antidote - a roadmap that is as relevant today as it was centuries ago. His principles reflect the delicate balance required to maintain sincerity in faith while engaging the practical realities of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by insightful commentary based on his writings, this new bilingual abridgement renders his wisdom accessible to a modern audience, preserving the elegance of his thought while clarifying the nuances for contemporary readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Imam Ghazali Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50913951285522,"sku":"9781966329275","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_bfc84d97-4b6e-42fa-8ec6-6d9841764eef.jpg?v=1738801725","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/fundamental-principles-of-tasawwuf-mukhtasar-qawaid-al-tasawwuf-9781966329275","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}