There is no notebook you can reference, nor notes you can check, nor a pen with which you can write down your thoughts, nor a book you can review, nor a time for remembrance and contemplation. You are being tested with three questions, nothing more; while (covered) in dirt and with no means of this life. Allah the Blessed and Exalted states,
“From it We created you (the earth), and unto it We will return you, and from it We will bring you out a second time.” Taha (20:55)
Based on the scholars’ continual advice to the Muslim youth, combined with the specific need that Muslims in the West have to understand and implement upright moral character, the importance of this book and the need for its translation into the English language becomes crystal clear. And what better guidebook than one based on the character of the Messenger of Allaah (may Allaah raise his rank and grant him peace), authored by an exemplary scholar like Shaykh Ibn al-‘Uthaymeen, known for his outstanding manners!
Therefore, a vital question is: what are the keys to happiness? Imam Ibn al-Qayyim tackles this question in this book and mentions a number of ways to attain happiness in light of the Qur’an and the Sunnah, starting with the fundamental of all fundamentals, which is Tawhid (Islamic Monotheism). He explains what happiness is and he clarifies the way to attain it. Al-Allamah Muhammad Aman al-Jami mentions some explanatory comments to the tremendous words of Imam Ibn al-Qayyim
This is the first task of the religion; or rather, it is its foundational task, such that there is no task other than it. Namely, release the human being from his habitual whims, his soul’s desires and embrace the commands of Allah and His Messenger. Upon the fulfillment of this purpose, the individual will inherently be a judge on himself/herself: is he/she a sincere adherent to his Lord’s religion, or is this just an empty claim where the words boast of it while there is no reality behind it? If the individual submits his heart to Allah, the Lord of the universe, and His commands and prohibitions then this is true submission; otherwise, if he contends with Allah in His commands, prohibitions, fate and divine decree, what kind of Muslim is this?!
I advise the scholars and all those who are involved in calling to ALLAH to take advantage of this opportunity and exert all their efforts in calling to ALLAH and teaching the people the reason for their creation; which is worshipping Allah, obeying Him, reading His Book and so on. I advise them to engage in everything they possibly can, including delivering the jumu’ah khutbah along with other sermons during suitable occasions, authoring books and involving themselves with the different types of media outlets such as the radio, television and newspapers.
This is a unique and inspirational work that will lead every reader wanting to read over and over again. It will Insha’Allah leave a lasting impression and it is sure to be a reference guide for all those who come across it. Many believe that this is a masterpiece of Imam Ibn Jawzi and a book that he was famous for.This landmark text is sure to inspire every soul with the permission of Allah.
Shaykh al-Islam Muhammad b. ‘Abdul Wahhab (rahimahullah) clarifies in this compilation a number of the essential beliefs and fundamental principles of the religion of islam in a concise but comprehensive fashion. It stands out due to its precise and clear statements, which are based upon the evidences of the Quran and authentic Sunnah.
So he called for two palm stalks and he put one into each grave. We said: ‘Will this benefit them oh Messenger of Allah?’ He replied: ‘Yes, it will lighten their punishment for as long as it remains moist.'”
Reported by Abu Hatim (3/106) in “Al-Ihsan”.
And Sheikh Muqbil declared it as “good” in “Al-Jami’ As-Sahih mimma laisa fi As-Sahihain” (2/278-279).
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