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Modern Reflections on Al-Ghazali's Eternal Wisdom

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English
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Independently published (4 Feb. 2024)
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0.69 KG
Publication Date
04/02/2024
Pages
296 pages
ISBN-13
9798878575393
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21.59 x 1.7 x 27.94 cm
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9798878575393
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Mohamed Karim (Author)
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Abu Hamid Muhammad ibn Muhammad al-Ghazali, a towering figure in Islamic scholarship, was born in 1058 in Tus, Persia. His intellectual journey led him to become a master in various fields, including theology, philosophy, jurisprudence, and mysticism.

Al-Ghazali's life reflects a profound quest for knowledge and truth, marked by a critical examination of the religious and philosophical thoughts of his time. His personal spiritual crisis, a quest for existential truths, led him to abandon his prestigious academic position at the Nizamiyya of Baghdad.

This turning point in his life was pivotal for the composition of "Ihya Ulum ad-Din," a work that reflects his deep quest for spiritual purification and understanding. "Ihya Ulum ad-Din إحياء علوم الدين " is not merely a religious text; it is a comprehensive guide that covers various aspects of life, embedding Islamic teachings into a broader ethical, spiritual, and social context.

Al-Ghazali intricately weaves Quranic verses and Hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad) to present a balanced view of Islamic life that harmonizes legalistic interpretations with Sufi mysticism. For instance, he often quotes the Quran to emphasize his points, such as in his discourse on knowledge: "And say: 'My Lord, increase me in knowledge.

'" (Quran 20:114, Arabic: وَقُل رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا). This verse underscores the Islamic emphasis on the pursuit of knowledge, resonating with Al-Ghazali's own journey and teachings.

Al-Ghazali’s approach in "Ihya Ulum ad-Din" is not limited to the esoteric or the ritualistic; it extends to understanding the human condition, the purpose of life, and the path to true happiness and fulfillment. He encourages a balanced life, one that harmonizes the spiritual and the worldly, a concept deeply rooted in the Quranic perspective of life.

For example, he often reflects on the verse, "But seek, with that (wealth) which Allah has bestowed on you, the home of the Hereafter, and do not forget your portion of lawful enjoyment in this world; and do good as Allah has been good to you, and seek not mischief in the land. " (Quran 28:77, Arabic: وَابْتَغِ فِيمَا آتَاكَ اللَّهُ الدَّارَ الْآخِرَةَ وَلَا تَنسَ نَصِيبَكَ مِنَ الدُّنْيَا وَأَحْسِن كَمَا أَحْسَنَ اللَّهُ إِلَيْكَ وَلَا تَبْغِ الْفَسَادَ فِي الْأَرْضِ).

In "Modern Reflections on Al-Ghazali's Eternal Wisdom," we aim to explore and contextualize Al-Ghazali's teachings, making them accessible and relevant to the modern reader. The book seeks to delve into the richness of his thoughts, interpreting and applying them to contemporary issues and challenges.

This preface, therefore, is not just an introduction; it is an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery, guided by one of the greatest thinkers in Islamic history. It sets the tone for a book that is as much about understanding Al-Ghazali as it is about understanding ourselves and our place in the world today.

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