Sheikh Abu Abd al-Rahman al-Sulami (325–412 AH) was the undisputed sheikh of Sufism in Khorasan during his lifetime. He authored 700 volumes on Sufism and 300 in Hadith, in addition to works in Tafsir and other disciplines. A man who bore the markings of Divine acceptance, he was loved by common men and princes, yet politely declined the extravagant gifts of the latter. Among his works is a compilation of 40 hadiths on the subject of Sufism—spirituality in Islam—with his own chains of transmission returning to the Prophet (peace be upon him), his companions, or the generation after them.
In addition to the translation of Sheikh al-Sulami’s collection of 40 hadiths on Sufism, brief footnotes gleaned and paraphrased from Imam al-Sakhawi’s derivative text are included. Translation is interpretation, and, given the cultural, temporal, and linguistic gaps between the original and what is presented, interpretation is very much necessary. The original Arabic is placed alongside the English not only because there are spiritual and linguistic benefits in reading it, but also to allow those with access to scholars to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Sunnah.

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40 Hadith on Sufism

This booklet is a selection of statements issued by Muslim scholars and Muslim organisations condemning terrorism. Many of the statements were made after the 9/11 and 7/7 attacks.

Condemning Terrorism

This booklet is comprised of Shaykh Ahmad ibn Mustafa al-Alawi’s Treatise on the Invocation of the Divine Name (Al-Qawl al-Mu‘tamad fi Mashru‘iyyat al-Dhikr bi al-Ism al-Mufrad), selections from two works of Shaykh Ibn Ata Allah al-Iskandari The Key to Salvation and the Lamp of Souls (Miftah al-Falah wa Misbah al-Arwah), The Pure Goal Concerning Knowledge of the Unique Name (Al-Qasd al-Mujarrad fi Ma‘rifat al-Ism al-Mufrad), and a short extract from Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali’s The Scale of Deeds (Mizan al-‘Amal).The selections focus on the practice of invoking the name ‘Allah’. They look at this from various points of view including grammatical, legal, logical, and metaphysical, inevitably drawing upon numerous Qur’anic verses and hadith in their discussions.

On Invoking the Divine Name ‘Allah’

The Qur'an addresses questions of war, peace, justice, and self-defense within a comprehensive ethical framework that has been studied by Muslim scholars for centuries. Because these verses are often discussed without their historical and textual context, understanding the Qur'anic approach to combat requires careful interpretation grounded in the broader objectives of Islamic teachings. A contextual reading reveals that the Qur'an consistently balances the necessity of defense with the principles of justice, restraint, and the protection of human dignity.
About the Book
The Qur'an and Combat examines the Qur'anic teachings concerning armed conflict, self-defense, peace, and the ethical conduct of warfare. Drawing upon Qur'anic verses, classical tafsir, historical context, and Islamic jurisprudence, the book explains how the Qur'an regulates the use of force while emphasizing justice and moral responsibility.
The author discusses the circumstances surrounding the revelation of verses related to combat, the distinction between defensive and aggressive warfare, the protection of non-combatants, the observance of treaties, and the importance of seeking peace whenever possible. Special attention is given to the historical background of these verses, enabling readers to distinguish universal principles from specific historical events.
Rather than isolating individual verses, the work examines them within the broader Qur'anic worldview, demonstrating that justice, mercy, restraint, and accountability remain fundamental principles governing conflict. Readers are introduced to the legal and ethical foundations that have shaped classical Islamic discussions on warfare while gaining a deeper appreciation of the Qur'an's balanced approach to security and peace.
Written in a scholarly yet accessible style, the book provides an informative resource for readers seeking to understand one of the most frequently discussed subjects in Qur'anic studies through careful textual analysis and historical context.
What You Will Discover

<ul class="ul1">
 	<li class="li3">Qur'anic teachings on warfare and peace.</li>
 	<li class="li3">Historical context of verses on combat.</li>
 	<li class="li3">Principles of justice and self-defense.</li>
 	<li class="li3">Ethics of armed conflict in Islam.</li>
 	<li class="li3">Classical scholarly interpretations.</li>
 	<li class="li3">The relationship between peace and justice.</li>
</ul>
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for students of Qur'anic studies, Islamic law, researchers, educators, interfaith readers, and anyone interested in understanding the Qur'anic perspective on warfare and peace.

The Qur'an and Combat

<span data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"This paper introduces the subject of Islam and the Environment through four areas: First, it discusses the Islamic view of the environment: the Holy Qur\u2019an speaks of how God created the environment with Truth, and how everything in the environment is His sign and praises Him. The Holy Qur\u2019an thus shows the inherent value of creatures and of life, and how each creature in nature must be respected and cherished by human beings as their fellow beings\u2026"}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":2947,"3":{"1":0},"4":{"1":2,"2":16777215},"10":1,"11":4,"12":0,"14":{"1":2,"2":3355443}}">This paper introduces the subject of Islam and the Environment through four areas: First, it discusses the Islamic view of the environment: the Holy Qur’an speaks of how God created the environment with Truth, and how everything in the environment is His sign and praises Him. The Holy Qur’an thus shows the inherent value of creatures and of life, and how each creature in nature must be respected and cherished by human beings as their fellow beings…

The Holy Quran and the Environment

The Royal Aal al-bayt Institute for Islamic Thought

The Royal Aal al-bayt Institute for Islamic Thought

The Royal Aal al-bayt Institute for Islamic Thought

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