What practical and spiritual wisdom does one of Persia’s greatest poets offer in his concise and elegant verses?
About the Book
Sadi's Scroll of Wisdom is a beautiful collection of short, wise verses and aphorisms from the great Persian poet and moralist Saadi Shirazi. Known for his clear and practical approach to ethics, Saadi presents timeless advice on character, social conduct, humility, justice, gratitude, and wise living. The short and memorable format makes this work easy to read and reflect upon, while the depth of wisdom ensures it remains relevant across generations and cultures. This scroll serves as a practical handbook for moral and spiritual improvement.
What You Will Discover

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 	<li class="li2">Short and elegant verses filled with moral and spiritual wisdom</li>
 	<li class="li2">Practical advice on building good character and ethical behavior</li>
 	<li class="li2">Saadi’s insightful teachings on justice, humility, kindness, and gratitude</li>
 	<li class="li2">The importance of wise speech, patience, and self-control</li>
 	<li class="li2">Reflections on human nature and how to live a balanced life</li>
 	<li class="li2">Timeless principles that can be applied in daily personal and social interactions</li>
 	<li class="li2">The literary beauty and accessibility of classical Persian wisdom literature</li>
</ul>
About the Author
Saadi Shirazi (1210–1291) is one of the most beloved classical Persian poets, renowned worldwide for his moral wisdom and literary excellence.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for readers of all ages who enjoy concise wisdom literature, students of Persian and Islamic ethics, and anyone seeking practical guidance for righteous and meaningful living.

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Sadi's Scroll of Wisdom

The Battle of Karbalāʾ was not merely a clash of forces but a confrontation between truth (ḥaqq) and falsehood (bāṭil), justice (ʿadl) and tyranny. The Battle of Karbala recounts the events of ʿĀshūrāʾ (the tenth day of Muḥarram), when Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhi al-salām — peace be upon him), the grandson of Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him and his Family), offered the ultimate sacrifice to preserve the integrity of faith and the moral order of humanity.
About the Book
Published by the World Organization for Islamic Services, The Battle of Karbala provides a clear and reflective account of the political, social, and spiritual dimensions of Imam Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī’s (ʿa) stand. Drawing upon ḥadīth (prophetic tradition), classical Arabic sources, and eyewitness narrations, the book reconstructs the unfolding of the battle with historical precision and moral depth. It highlights the steadfastness of Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa), the loyalty of his companions, and the courage of the women of the Ahl al-Bayt (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhim al-salām — peace be upon them, the Prophet’s Household). The author situates the battle within the larger mission of the Ahl al-Bayt (ʿa) — a divine effort toward reform (iṣlāḥ, moral rectification) and spiritual awakening that continued through the patience (ṣabr) of Lady Zaynab (ʿa) and the leadership of Imam ʿAlī Zayn al-ʿĀbidīn (ʿa).
What You Will Discover

<ul class="ul1">
 	<li class="li1">A historical and spiritual overview of the Battle of Karbalāʾ and its causes.</li>
 	<li class="li1">The moral principles of truth (ḥaqq), justice (ʿadl), and reform (iṣlāḥ) at the heart of Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) mission.</li>
 	<li class="li1">The bravery and steadfastness of the Imam’s companions and family.</li>
 	<li class="li1">The role of Lady Zaynab (ʿa) and Imam ʿAlī Zayn al-ʿĀbidīn (ʿa) in preserving the message after the battle.</li>
 	<li class="li1">How ʿĀshūrāʾ continues to inspire faith, resistance, and spiritual renewal across generations.</li>
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About the Author
The World Organization for Islamic Services is a Shīʿī research and publishing institution based in Tehran, dedicated to preserving and promoting authentic Islamic works. Through books such as The Battle of Karbala, it seeks to deepen understanding of Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) martyrdom as a universal lesson in sacrifice, courage, and the defense of divine truth.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is for students, scholars, and readers seeking a clear and meaningful presentation of the Battle of Karbalāʾ — its history, its heroes, and its timeless message of faith and moral integrity.

The Battle of Karbala

Annals of the early Caliphate From Original Sources

This work is a continuation of the Life of Mahomet. Taking up the thread from his death and burial, it tells the story of the spread of the religion which he founded, and seeks to trace the special causes national, tribal, and spiritual which moulded the Faith, y-created its expansive power, and guided its onward .progress. The object is, in short, to float the bark of I slam over the rapids and devious currents of its early course until, becoming more or less subject to ordinary human influences, it emerges on the great stream of time. I have, therefore, given the first four Caliphates.in full detail; I have indeavoured to explain the ascendency of the Omeyyad house; and then, briefly showing how the Abbasside dynasty rose upon its ruins, my purpose being ended, I close the book. Thereafter the history of I slam spreads itself out into the history of the world. The materials for the work will be understood by the reader as he goes along. They are purely Arabian. Christian authorities there are absolutely none to speak of. We depend entirely upon Mahometan tradition ;and that in a form very different from what we have been accustomed to in the Life of Mahomet.
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