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The science of Khasa'is encompasses the study of the uniqueness of the actions, the attributes, and the essence of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, as well as the special gifts given to him, and the special gifts that are given to the Muslim Ummah by virtue of their status as the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ. Knowledge of the Khasa'is is considered to be one of the keys to benefiting from one's relationship with the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, since his unique aspects provide openings to innumerable blessings.

In the history of Islam, the earliest works in the genre of Khasa'is date from the time of the early Imams and compilers of Hadith. This present work consists of translations of two major works in the genre of Khasais and one supplemental work from three of the great scholars of the Ummah: Bidayat al-Sul fi Tafdhil al-Rasul ﷺ of Shaykh 'Izz al-Din ibn 'Abd al-Salam, as well as Unmūdhaj al-Labīb fi Khasa’is al-Habib ﷺ of Imam Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti, and selections from Matali' al-Masarrat li Jala' Dala'il al-Khayrat of Shaykh Muhammad al-Mahdi al-Fasi.

However, in modern times the science of Khasa'is has been neglected, to the point that many Muslims have become unaware of its existence. This present volume is an attempt to rectify this deficiency, to present the Khasa'is to an English-speaking audience in a manner befitting the unique honor, majesty, and significance of Allah's Final Messenger ﷺ. Each page is the result of a collaboration of a world-class team of translators, editors, designers, typesetters, and printers from across four continents, and every detail represents a fusion of traditional knowledge and design elements with state-of-the-art book production methods. The result is a work the like of which has never before been printed in the English language, that is sure to occupy a place of honor in the library or home.

This book will give you:

• A renewed sense of honor in the unique and distinctive qualities of our Prophet ﷺ and the Ummah of our Prophet ﷺ
• Deeper understanding of the many traditional names and titles of Allah's Messenger ﷺ and the wisdom, significance, and purpose of each one
• Increased love for Allah's Messenger ﷺ, attachment to him, and awe of him

Book details:

• Authors: Shaykh 'Izz al-Din ibn 'Abd al-Salam, Imam Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti, Shaykh Muhammad al-Mahdi al-Fasi; Foreword by Yasir Fahmy
• Translators: Derrick Peat, Wordsmiths
  
• Languages: English translation with parallel Arabic of Khasa'is texts
• Pages: 400
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing
• Binding: Leather PU Hardcover
• Exclusive numbered signed certificate

The Shama’il al-Muhammadiyya of Imam al-Tirmidhi presents us detailed descriptions of the moral, physical and spiritual qualities of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The perfections that Allah bestowed upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ encompass every aspect of his blessed being: his outward physical form, his senses, his internal form and his inner beauty. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the most perfect embodiment of created beauty and form, and he is unsurpassed in his perfections. No one can rival or outstrip him in any laudable quality or trait. He knows Allah as He should be known. He fears Allah as He should be feared. He loves Allah as He should be loved. Understanding the Shama’il is absolutely critical to any proper understanding of Islam, for it details the qualities of the message-bearer, which fundamentally alters how we understand the message he brought.

Praise for the Shama'il

"This book is truly amazing. The level of thought and care is inspiring. First of all, the Arabic is based on the best edition recommended by scholars in Egypt. The English translation is masterful. The designs are beautiful and the footnotes add a lot to text. It’s a must-have. I very highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to know about Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and to grow closer to him." – Aisha M.

"A beautiful book masha’Allah. The pages are as aesthetically pleasing as the words. A must-have for any Islamic library." – B. Smith

• Translation: Abdul Aziz Suraqah & Mohammed Aslam 
• Author: Imam al-Tirmidhi 
• 320 pages
• Hardback with jacket
  
• Full color print
• Nearly 1000 notes
• Language: English with Arabic
• High-quality glossy 115gsm paper
• Gold gilded edge
• Illuminating gold ink on each page
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing
• ISBN: 9780998438054

A note on international orders: some countries may charge an import tax — IGI is not responsible for this.

Just as we have litres, gallons and other containers to measure volume, the mudd and sa' were common units of measure used in the era of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

Sayyiduna Safinah رضي الله عنه narrated: "The Prophet ﷺ would perform Wudu with a Mudd, and he would perform Ghusl with a Sa." (Jami' at-Tirmidhi 56)

As one of several curated extract volumes from Qadi Iyad’s al-Shifa, this work offers readers a rich, accessible entry point into one of umma's most revered texts. Imam Ghazali Publishing ensures that this volume, like others in the series, is meticulously translated and designed to provide timeless wisdom to modern readers. 

This bundle includes four extracts from al-Shifa:

• The Importance of Believing in the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• The Importance of Loving the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• The Perfected Beauty and Character of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• Respecting & Honouring Our Messenger ﷺ

Al-Shifā bi Taʿrīf Ḥuqūq al-Muṣṭafā, directly translated as, ‘The Remedy (or Cure) Through Recognizing the Rights of the Chosen One’, is one of the most celebrated works in the genre of Shama'il. The Shifa deals with both the descriptions of the Prophet ﷺ, his station and his perfections, and with the rulings pertaining to one’s belief and treatment of him ﷺ. It is exhaustive in its treatment of the subject, expounding on topics that range from Allah’s praise of the Prophet ﷺ and his status and station before Him, to the obligation of loving him and what that entails. In short, the uniqueness of this work can be attributed to its holistic coverage of the Messenger ﷺ.

• Author: Qadi ‘Iyad bin Musa al-Yahsubi
• Translator: Wordsmiths Editing Ltd.
• Languages: Arabic & English (bilingual)
• Binding: Paperback
• Colour: Black & white
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing

Al-Sayyid Muhammad bin ‘Alawi bin Abbas al-Maliki al-Hasani was one of the foremost traditional Islamic scholars of contemporary times, and among the most highly respected and loved scholars of the holy city of Mecca and the entire region of Western Arabia.

The Sayyid was a prolific writer who authored close to 100 works, spanning at least 10 different fields of the Islamic sciences. Over the past , IGP has been blessed to publish four of them:

• Celebrating the Birth of the Prophet ﷺ (1st edition 2015; 2nd edition 2020)
  
• The Life of the Prophets in their Graves (2021)
• The Prophet's Night Journey and Heavenly Ascent (2021)
• Heaven Explored: A Description of Jannah (2023)
  

In addition, our teachers have guided students through two of these books in online courses:

• Heaven Explored Course - taught by Ustadh Talut Dawood (2024 - ongoing)
  
• The Prophet's Night Journey and Heavenly Ascent ﷺ Course - taught by Ustadh Talut Dawood (2024 - upcoming)

The Sayyid was a keen propagator of true Islamic guidance and spirituality. He traveled extensively through Asia, Africa, Europe and America, calling people to heed to the Words of Allah and His final Messenger Muhammad ﷺ. We hope these translations allow English-speaking readers to benefit from the Sayyid’s monumental contributions to the Ummah.

Celebrating the Birth of the Prophet ﷺ

• Author:Muhammad B. 'Alawi Al-Maliki Al-Hasani
• Translator: Rashad Jameer
• Language: English and Arabic
• Softback Edition: 99 pages
• ISBN: 9781952306068
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing

The Prophets Night Journey and Heavenly Ascent ﷺ

• Author: Shaykh Muhammad 'Alawi al-Maliki
• Translator: Dr. Gibril F. Haddad 
• Language: English and Arabic
• Paperback: 88 pages
• ISBN-13: 978-1952306-01-3
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing

The Life of the Prophets in their Graves

• Authored by Sayyid Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki
• Translated by Dr. Gibril Fouad Haddad
• Language : English and Arabic 
• Paperback Edition: 88 pages
• ISBN: 978-1-087908832-0
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing 

Heaven Explored: A Description of Jannah

• Authored by Sayyid Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki
• Translated by Shaykh Ahmad Shaist
• Foreword by Musab Penfound & Sayyid Zain al-Haddad
• Languages: English and Arabic
• Paperback Edition: 152 pages
• ISBN: 978-1-087908832-0
• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing

Instantly Recognized Anywhere In The World By Its Epithet, The Burdah Is A Timeless Tribute To The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Which Although Penned In The Twelfth Century, Still Resonates Deeply Due To The Affinity Generated By The Author’s Spiritual Journey.

Designed by Naveed Hameed; Translated by Shaykh Adnaan Raja

The poem begins with Imam al-Busiri’s struggle against his ego, as he showcases the hallmarks of true Muhammadan love. Through praising the Prophet ﷺ , narrating events and miracles from the Prophet’s ﷺ life, as well as lauding the majesty of the Holy Qur’an, the ode culminates with Imam al-Busiri’s miraculous rehabilitation, as he petitions the Prophet ﷺ. All of which takes place with the Imam turning back to Allah ﷻ during reconciliation with his faith, and a noetic realization about the reality of the world.

Features

• Soft PU Tan Leather Satchel Cover

• 124 Pages

• Book Size: 27cm x 18cm x 2cm

• Printed on 90gsm enso creamy paper

• English Commentary

• English Translation

• 6000 word thesis on the Burdah included

• Ijaza for all readers

• Debossed Details and Emblem on Cover

• Professional CMYK Digital Print

• Specialist Double Component Foil Used for Decoration
  

• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Publishing 

Praise for "The Burdah"

"It is beautifully wrapped in lovely brown leather like a precious pearl. The Arabic font is easy to read and the English translation helps to understand with additional side notes explaining it further. I'm mesmerized after my first sitting of recitation. I would recommend to give yourself time to recite and take it slowly. Read the side notes simultaneously with the Arabic and English translation. Let it sink in your heart slowly to enlighten it with the love of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ." – Wajid Ali

The Noble Hilya Sharif is a calligraphic design meant to remind the one who gazes on it of the blessed qualities & characteristics of the Prophet ﷺ. Originating in Ottoman times, the Hilya Sharif has historically been displayed in a prominent place in Muslim households throughout the world.

This version of the Hilya contains the following elements:

• The basmala at the top
  
• A large central disc containing the text of hadith 7 of Imam al-Tirmidhi's Al-Shama’il al-Muhammadiyya, which is a description of the Prophet ﷺ
  
• Four smaller discs around the larger disc containing the names of the four rightly-guided caliphs
• Verse 68:4 of the Qur’an, which is a description of the Prophet ﷺ
• The remainder of the text of hadith 7 of the Shama’il at the bottom, followed by prayers and blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ
  

The Hilya Sharif is meant to be displayed in a place of honour, such that the one who gazes upon it will be reminded of Allah's Messenger ﷺ and inspired to send prayers and blessings upon him ﷺ frequently.

In this present time, we believe it is particularly important to revive the practice of displaying the Hilya Sharif in our homes. That’s why IGI has made a version of the Hilya Sharif available in our bookstore.

Perhaps the terrible events of recent times, related to deliberately offensive depictions of Allah’s noble Messenger ﷺ, can serve as a catalyst for Muslims across the world to revive this practice of connecting to Allah’s Messenger ﷺ through the beautiful word portrait of the Hilya Sharif.

Details:

• Size: A2 (16.5 x 23.4 inches)
  
• Paper:  170 gsm paper Gloss; Soft Touch Lamination
• Ink: CMYK with Spot Gold 
• Design: The Essential Islam and IGP Manuscripts Teams

Just as we have litres, gallons and other containers to measure volume, the mudd and sa' were common units of measure used in the era of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

Sayyiduna Safinah رضي الله عنه narrated: "The Prophet ﷺ would perform Wudu with a Mudd, and he would perform Ghusl with a Sa." (Jami' at-Tirmidhi 56)

This text is a collection of approximately 400 unique salawat composed by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari. Similar to the famous Dala'il al-Khayrat of Imam al-Jazuli, the text is arranged into seven chapters, with one chapter for each day of the week. However, rather than a collection of traditional salawat like the Dala’il, the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari is an original text reflecting the knowledge, insight, and outpourings of the Shaykh.

Shaykh Salih al-Ja’fari was a master of the sacred sciences, and one of the most respected scholars of the Ahl al-Sunnah w'al Jama'at of his generation. However, although he served as Imam of al-Azhar for many years, he is perhaps better known in the West today as one of the the foremost Arabic poets of the past century. These salawat are extremely beautiful, and the reader cannot help but notice their extreme beauty and eloquence. Even those who read Arabic at a beginner-level will benefit, while those who read and speak Arabic fluently will perceive many subtleties of the text’s language, composition, and meanings.

Throughout Egypt, Sudan, east Africa, southeast Asia, and elsewhere, thousands of people recite each day's portion of the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari consistently. These salawat have continued to become ever more widely known and more beloved in the years since the Shaykh death, may God have mercy on him. It's possible to imagine that, in time, the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari may become as famous and widely known as Imam al-Jazuli's collection.

This premium leather PU edition of The Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja’fari is designed to present the text with dignity, honor, and adornment befitting its lofty status. With its leather PU-bound hardcover, inlaid cover design, beautifully ornamented page borders, and gold illumination throughout the text, this is certain to be one of the most beautiful books on any shelf.

Those who intend to read the salawat regularly or daily may consider purchasing the compact and durable pocket edition of this text as well. The leather PU + pocket editions are also available as a bundle here.

• Authored by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari

• Language : Arabic only

• Leather PU hardback with inlaid design: 166 pages, ornamented and illuminated with gold ink 

• ISBN: 

• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Institute 

This text is a collection of approximately 400 unique salawat composed by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari. Similar to the famous Dala'il al-Khayrat of Imam al-Jazuli, the text is arranged into seven chapters, with one chapter for each day of the week. However, rather than a collection of traditional salawat like the Dala’il, the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari is an original text reflecting the knowledge, insight, and outpourings of the Shaykh.

Shaykh Salih al-Ja’fari was a master of the sacred sciences, and one of the most respected scholars of the Ahl al-Sunnah w'al Jama'at of his generation. However, although he served as Imam of al-Azhar for many years, he is perhaps better known in the West today as one of the the foremost Arabic poets of the past century. These salawat are extremely beautiful, and the reader cannot help but notice their extreme beauty and eloquence. Even those who read Arabic at a beginner-level will benefit, while those who read and speak Arabic fluently will perceive many subtleties of the text’s language, composition, and meanings.

Throughout Egypt, Sudan, east Africa, southeast Asia, and elsewhere, thousands of people recite each day's portion of the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari consistently. These salawat have continued to become ever more widely known and more beloved in the years since the Shaykh death, may God have mercy on him. It's possible to imagine that, in time, the Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari may become as famous and widely known as Imam al-Jazuli's collection.

The premium leather PU edition of The Salawat of Shaykh Salih al-Ja’fari is designed to present the text with dignity, honor, and adornment befitting its lofty status. With its leather PU-bound hardcover, inlaid cover design, beautifully ornamented page borders, and gold illumination throughout the text, it is certain to be one of the most beautiful books on any shelf.

• Authored by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari

• Language : Arabic only

• Leather PU hardback with inlaid design: 166 pages, ornamented and illuminated with gold ink 

• ISBN: 

• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Institute 

The bilingual edition contains an English translation of each salawat directly below the voweled Arabic text, to allow English-speaking readers to better understand the meanings of these extraordinary prayers. The foreword to this edition is also in English.

• Authored by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari

• Language : Arabic with English translation; Introductory material in English; Complete English transliteration included in appendix
  

• Paperback: 296 pages
  

• ISBN: 

• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Institute 

The compact and durable pocket edition is designed to be carried everywhere, and will be especially useful for those who intend to read the salawat regularly or daily. Contains the same text as the illuminated leather PU edition.

• Authored by Shaykh Salih al-Ja'fari

• Language : Arabic only

• Durable reinforced soft cover: 135 pages

• Publisher: Imam Ghazali Institute 

This youth study book, “Shama’il of the Prophet Muhammad” has been written for students aged 11-16 to aid them in their study of the unique character and person of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The contents of the book bring together, in an engaging and accessible manner, the essentials from the classical commentaries on this great tradition – bridging the gap created by language and the ages between modern students and Islam’s great tradition. The study book guides the student through discussions on sirah, hadith, Arabic, tafsir and reverential poetry. Suitable for both personal study and as a class text, it is certain to match the needs of the young student. From December 2024 onwards, a new edition with an updated cover will be sent. 

Key Features

• 132 pages, paperback

• Each chapter is dedicated to a particular characteristic, closely following the format of the original Arabic Shama’il text, and begins with a translation of ahadith

• Warm-up questions that engage students in ideas related to the chapter’s theme so that they can begin considering their own lives and values in light of the Prophetic way

• Arabic vocabulary and key concepts appear in bold with their meanings provided in the Key Words section

• Illustrative photographs to enhance learning

• Assessment questions allow students to develop their comprehension and apply critical thinking skills in examining the Shama’il and Sunna of the Prophet

• Developed by a team of traditional Islamic scholars and experienced school teachers

• Author: Abu Zahra Foundation 

• Original work: Imam Al-Tirmidhi 
  

• Language: English

• Paperback Edition: 132 pages

• ISBN: 978-0-9928065-4-5

• Publisher: Abu Zahra Press