The Path Of Muhammad: A Book On Islamic Morals And Ethics

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Imam Birgivi, Tosun Bayrak (tr.) Paperback 9780941532686 This is the first complete translation and interpretation of the Path of Muhammad: A Book on Islamic Morals and Ethics (al- Tariqah al-Muhammadiyah), composed in the 16th century by the Sufi scholar Imam Birgivi, and still in use today as an Arabic text in many of the most important universities in the Islamic world. By invoking traditional sources, this work portrays the beauty and depth of the Prophet Muhammad’s character, providing an example for all Muslims to follow. And because these virtues are universal and pertain to all people, this book offers essential wisdom to all believers. Also included in this book is The Last Will and Testament (Vasiyyetname) of Imam Birgivi, a summary of his life’s teachings. Contents: Foreword by Shaykh Abdul Mabud Introduction by Vincent J. Cornell The Last Will and Testament The Path of Muhammad (s.a.w.s) 1. On Holding Firm to the Holy Book and the Traditions of the Prophet 2. On Pernicious Innovations 3. On Economy of Deeds 4. Belief in the Religion brought by the Prophet 5. On Knowledge 6. On Righteousness 7. On the Denial of God 8. On Self-Indulgence and Blind Imitation 9. On Sanctimony and Hypocrisy 10. On Ambition 11. On Identifying Evil 12. On Arrogance and Humility 13. On Envy 14. On Anger 15. On Forbearance 16. Relating to the Goods of this World: Avarice, Wastefulness, Generosity, Detachment 17. On Money: How to Use It and Not Waste It 18. On Careless Haste 19. On Hopelessness 20. The Use of the Tongue 21. On Listening 22. On Looking 23. On Touching 24. On Eating and Drinking 25. On Sex 26. On Coming and Going 27. Other Private and Social Offences to be Avoided Show more