Fleeing From the Fire by Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali

by Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali

It is often observed from our righteous predecessors that they regularly took account of themselves lest they become negligent of the Hereafter and fall under divine retribution that will be weighed against mankind on the Day of Judgment. When a fire torch was once lit for Umar Ibn Al-Khattab; he felt angdeep anxiety at its burning heat; so he reprimanded himself; "How will you be patient if you encounter this O son of Al-Khattab!" He was of course; making a worldly parallel with the unparalleled Fire of the Afterlife.

352 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2019

About the author

Imam Ibn Rajab al Hanbali (736 - 795 AH) He was the noble Imaam, the Haafidh, the Critic, Zayn-ud-Deen ‘Abdur-Rahmaan bin Ahmad bin ‘Abdir-Rahmaan bin al-Hasan bin Muhammad bin Abil-Barakaat Mas’ood As-Salaamee Al-Baghdaadee (due to his place of birth), Al-Hanbalee (due to his madh-hab), Ad-Dimashqee (due to his place of residence and death). His kunyah was Abul-Faraj, and his nickname was Ibn Rajab, which was the nickname of his grandfather who was born in that month (of Rajab).

He was born in Baghdad in 736H and was raised by a knowledgeable family, firmly rooted in knowledge, nobility and righteousness. His father played the greatest role in directing him towards the beneficial knowledge.

Al-Haafidh Ibn Rajab, may Allaah have mercy on him, was deeply attached to the works of Shaikh-ul-Islaam Ibn Taimiyyah, for he would issue legal rulings according to them and would constantly reference his books. This is since he served as a student under Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah, the most outstanding student of Shaikh-ul-Islaam Ibn Taimiyyah, may Allah have mercy on all of them. But in spite of this, he (rahimahullaah) wasn’t a blind follower or a fanatical adherent (to his teacher). Rather, he would review, authenticate, verify and follow the evidences.

Al-Haafidh Ibn Rajab, may Allaah have mercy on him passed to the realm of the Akhira in Ramadaan, 795H. He died while in Damascus.

Reviews

[Bintbooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

“Fear is better than hope if the person is healthy. If he is terminally ill, then hope is better.” (Fudayl ibn Iyyad)

“O Malik, let your Lord put an end to us. Indeed you will remain.” (43:77)

It is a deeply impactful book that serves as a powerful reminder of the realities of Hell and the importance of avoiding sin as best as we can. The author vividly describes the torment of the Fire, making the consequences of sinful behavior feel immediate and real. The book is both sobering and motivating, urging readers to reflect on their actions and seek repentance. May Allah grant us jannah firdous.