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The Path to Perfection: An Edited Anthology of the Spiritual Teachings of Hakim Al-Umma Mawlana Ashraf 'Ali Thanawi
Shaykh Masihullah Khan, a renowned student of the eminent Mawlana Ashraf 'Ali Thanawi, wrote Shari'at & Tasawwuf to pass on to future generations of Muslims the numerous benefits of his teacher’s wisdom. The teachings gathered here are notes of admonition and encouragement written by a man who has walked the path to his Creator; and at their core, these teachings are sustenance for the ailing hearts and souls of our time. White Thread Press makes this invaluable work available in elegant and moving prose, while remaining true to its traditional origins. The result, a profound awakening of the heart, is within the reach of all. Those new to the spiritual sciences will delight in the range and profundity of the psychological and spiritual disciplines of Islam, while those already on the Path will gain new insights and perspectives. At a time when the discourse surrounding Islam is generally inauthentic and shallow, The Path to Perfection presents a much-needed antidote. It goes beyond simply diagnosing the spiritual ailments that afflict us; it puts forward means of eradicating them, so that we as individuals, as communities, and as an Umma can reap the benefits of a spiritual way of life
164 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2005
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December 17, 2021
A well rounded summary of tasawwuf.
On almost every aspect covered like anger or trusting in Allah, I learned something beneficial or was reminded of a principle.
A book I’ll need to re-read to gain more practical application, insha’Allah.
On almost every aspect covered like anger or trusting in Allah, I learned something beneficial or was reminded of a principle.
A book I’ll need to re-read to gain more practical application, insha’Allah.
February 23, 2017
An excellent entry Taṣawwuf, it's origins, and the teachings of the scholars of Deoband.
The book initiates the reader into a brief history of taṣawwuf and then delves into the character of the Seeker. After that are addressed diseases of the heart, and how to rid them, and after that some ennobling actions one should strive to follow.
Finally the book concludes with general advise and there is also an additional biography of Mawlānā Ashraf 'Alī Thānawī رحمه الله
All in all - a good basic introduction.
The book initiates the reader into a brief history of taṣawwuf and then delves into the character of the Seeker. After that are addressed diseases of the heart, and how to rid them, and after that some ennobling actions one should strive to follow.
Finally the book concludes with general advise and there is also an additional biography of Mawlānā Ashraf 'Alī Thānawī رحمه الله
All in all - a good basic introduction.
August 4, 2011
good overview. i like the practical down to earth approach.
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