Item specifics
- Condition
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Intended Audience
- Adult
- Inscribed
- NO
- ISBN
- 9780860379485
- Book Title
- Four Imams
- Publisher
- Kube Publishing The Limited
- Item Length
- 8.3 in
- Publication Year
- 2024
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.3 in
- Author
- Ali Hammuda
- Genre
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Topic
- Religion / Islam, Biography & Autobiography / Religious (See Also Religious / Christian / Biography & Autobiography), History / Middle East
- Item Weight
- 7.1 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 180 Pages
The Four Imams by Hammuda, Ali
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Kube Publishing The Limited
ISBN-10
0860379485
ISBN-13
9780860379485
eBay Product ID (ePID)
15065009544
Product Key Features
Book Title
Four Imams
Number of Pages
180 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Religion / Islam, Biography & Autobiography / Religious (See Also Religious / Christian / Biography & Autobiography), History / Middle East
Publication Year
2024
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.3 in
Item Weight
7.1 Oz
Item Length
8.3 in
Item Width
5.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
23
Adapted by
Sarwar, Zimarina
Dewey Decimal
297.0922
Table Of Content
Introduction * Who were the Four Imams? * Where were they from? * Relationship between the Four Imams * What the Four Imams said about one another Imam Abu Hanifa * Sweet beginnings * Understanding life in Kufa * Early life of young Nu”man * Dignity in independence * A few short words pave the way * When the path to knowledge takes a detour * A student-teacher relationship like no other * The character of Imam Abu Hanifa * Imam Abu Hanifa and the drunk neighbour * The fiqh of Imam Abu Hanifa: A collective effort * Best of the best: The students supporting Imam Abu Hanifa * In chains: the torture and death of Imam Abu Hanifa Lessons we can learn * Consider the sincerity of Thabit * Having money is a responsibility and a privilege * Don”t underestimate the impact of a few words * Don”t ever feel limited by your young age * Do not be afraid to pursue your passion * Learn from the best people available to you * Things will come to you at the right time * The purpose of knowledge is action and growth * Never write people off as a lost cause * The benefits of collaboration Imam Malik * Out playing with birds * Experiencing many different teachers and students * The character of Imam Malik – His caution against seeking fame – His gravity of presence – His unbreakable focus while teaching – His willingness to say “I don”t know” – His preference for simplicity – His indifference to power and privilege * A letter from Abdullah * Hanging up al-Muwatta in the Kaaba * The children of Imam Malik * Being tested by a secret spy * The death of a giant Lessons we can learn * Knowledge without manners is futile * Don”t underestimate the power of memorisation * Consider the chain reactions you could start off * The beauty of keeping your good deeds private * The power of “I don”t know” * Appreciate that everybody has their own path in life * Turning down immense worldly rewards * Knowledge is not an inheritance Imam al-Shafi”i * Difficult beginnings * Decisive decades in the desert * A nudge in a new direction * Approaching the door of Imam Malik * Standing firm against scheming in Yemen * The travels of Imam al-Shafi”i * Honouring different opinions * How Imam al-Shafi”i worshipped * Leaving this world as a throne of gold awaits Lessons we can learn * Greatness can often be traced back to the efforts of mothers * Seek out and be part of the best company * Important things deserve preparation * Facing betrayal can teach you painful, but necessary lessons * Different perspectives can all be equally valid * Treat fame, admiration and public adoration with great caution * Never allow yourself to get too confident about your deeds Imam Ahmad * Starting out life as an orphan * Onto journeys far from home with Yahya * The character of Imam Ahmad – His refusal to accept favours – His interactions with the people – His humility – His dedication to worship – Putting his knowledge into practice – His willingness to say “I don”t know” – Being troubled by fame * The greatest trial in Imam Ahmad”s life – What was the ”trial”? – The Caliph joins the corruption – Turmoil spread like wildfire – Al-Mu”tasim takes over as Caliph – The imprisonment of Imam Ahmad – The debates begin – The torture of Imam Ahmad begins – The rise of a new oppressor: al-Wathiq – The tide turns with al-Mutawakkil * Being taught patience from a thief * Forgiven and forgotten? * The death of Imam Ahmad Lessons we can learn * We prepare for the things we love * Humility will enrich every aspect of your life * It is always safest to tread with caution (wara”) * Gather pearls of wisdom… even from a criminal * It takes bravery to stand alone against an ocean * The truth will make itself known eventually A Final Thought – Looking back and looking forwards
Synopsis
TheFour Imams provides an engaging and informative account of the four mostwell-renowned Imams in Islamic history – Iman Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, ImamShafi’i and Imam Ahmad. Adopting a story-telling style, it relays biographicalinformation, summarising their fascinating life journeys, alongside lessons andconclusions that have real-world application for the reader in anage-appropriate manner., In today’s vast world, who are the people who really influence, impact and strengthen us? The scholars of Islam are people who we benefit from every day of our lives, whether we realise it or not. Of them, the Four Imams were men who led lives of learning, service and a burning desire to uplift all of humanity into a better way of living. The Four Imams are not ancient tales or historical legends, but men who lived unique and complex lives, facing challenges and realities we will all be able to relate to. Connect with their living legacy, and its importance for the past, present and future. Join us on this beautiful journey of inspiration…
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