What is True Success? Exploring Answers From The Teachings of Seventh Century Saint, Ali Bin Abu Talib (p). Excerpts from Peak of Eloquence

by Syed H. Akhtar, علي بن أبي طالب

The wisdom offered in the book is valuable and inspiring" "The theology and spirit of Ali-shines through in a clear, sincere way that is sure to inspire the reader" - Kirkus Indie review From his examination of the nature of God to his deliberation on perfecting human virtues, the teachings of the seventh-century saint, Imam Ali, are precious jewels. They are as sparkling with truth and spirituality today as they were fourteen hundred years ago. Now, Syed Akhtar shares their transcendent, thought-provoking messages in "What is True Success?" This magnificent manual for inspired living is a rousing and reverent inroad to obtaining an elevated spirituality and understanding the context of our life. The book, in its first wide release in English, presents Imam Ali's sermons and writings in an abridged easy-to-read form. Syed H. Akhtar is a cardiologist who resides in Austin, Texas. He has been involved in interfaith activity for many years. He believes that modern humanity could derive many benefits from the teachings of Imam Ali, selected and topically presented in "What is True Success?

268 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 8, 2011

Reviews

[Syed Kazim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book: What Is True Success?
Editor: Dr Syed H. Akhtar.
Review: Imam Ali A.S had a personality in which opposing characterstics had so gathered themselves that it was difficult to believe that such a combination could manifest itself in a human being. He was the bravest man and the boldest warrior that history could cite, and while such brave persons are hard-hearted, cruel and bloodthirst, instead, Ali was kind, sympathetic, responsive, warm-hearted person and an eloquent narrator. His eloquence in speech can be perceived by reading Nahjul Balagha or Peak Of eloquence as it is widely known.

The editor of this wonderfull book has made and effort to find quotations from various sermon of Imam Ali that are related to modern era and compiled them in this single book. Imam Ali A.S had unprecedented mastery in speech and also possesed immense knowledge regarding various scientific aspects. One will surely be left amazed after reading the mesmerising sayings from the 7th century scholar. This short but insightfull book is highly recommended.
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[Anaiz Gul · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book one will experience why Hazrat Ali (R.A) is regarded as one of the great caliph/scholar/intellectual of all the time. This book includes some of the wise sayings of all time quoted by Hazrat Ali given to his family, leaders, intellectuals, common man, etc, hence reading this book ultimately made us realize “What is True Success”.

[Sehrish Fatima · Rating 5 out of 5]

a master piece to be read by every human

[Daniyal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice book for reading.