The Life of Perfection : Shamail of Rasullullah

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The Life of Perfection:
Shama'il of Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
[A5] Paperback - 124 pages,
by Abidullah Ghazi.
English with Arabic Texts with Translation.
*Published by IQRA.

Description :

This book has been written in simple and lucid language for children and adults alike and designed to encourage great love and respect for the Beloved Prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace.

This unique textbook written by the renowned educationalist Dr. Abidullah Ghazi, who offers an intimate glimpse into the personal life of the Prophet, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam, and records the Prophet's character, physical appearance, habits, tastes, likes, dislikes, social relations, humour, daily schedule, favorite prayers, important sermons, Salat 'ala An-Nabi and much more.

Table of Contents:

---Introduction,

Chapter [1]:
---Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam's, Mission and Character,
------The Testimony of the Qur'an,
------Favour to the Believers,
------Foretold in the Torah and the Gospels,
------His Teachings are Revelation,
------Merits of Character,
------Closest to the Believers,
------Excellent Pattern,
------Command to Obey the Prophet, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Obedience to the Messenger, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Mighty Success,
------Good Tidings for the Obedient,
------Warning to those Oppose,
------Whoever is Disobedient,
------Announcement of Prophethood,
------His Insight,
------Guided by Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala,
------True Way to Love Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala,
------Address to His Beloved Prophet, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------A Witness to Humanity,
------A Messenger for All Humankind, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Mercy to the Worlds,
------Noble Character,
------Exalted in Fame,
------Allah's Favors,
------Gift of Al-Fatihah,
------Received Book and Wisdom,
------The Help of Allah,
------The Perfect Religion,
------Highest Gesture of Love,
------Salutations Upon the Messenger, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,

---The Testimony of Hadith al-Qudsi,
------The Promise of Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala,
------Shafa'ah of Rasulullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam.

Chapter [2]:
---His Physical Appearance,
------Khatim An-Nabuwwah, The Seal of Prophethood,
------Exact Nature of the Seal,
------Eyewitnesses,
------Ad-Dumi's Opinion.

Chapter [3]:
---Among the People,
------Listening with Respect,
------First in Greeting,
------Schedule for Sermons,
------Everyday Conversation,
------Equal Attention for Everyone,
------Unpleasant Conversation,
------Honour for the Leader,
------Do not Backbite,
------Personal Needs of Others,
------The Purpose of Meetings,
------General Conversation,
------His Enjoyment of Humour,
------His Smile,
------Sitting with Humility,
------Latecomers,
------The Purpose of the Platform,
------Regal Manners Not Approved,
------Standing Out of Respect and Love,
------First in Greeting,
------The Impact of His Personality,
------Effect of His Company,
------His Clear and Concise Speech,
------Speaking with Ease,
------Each Subject Distinct,
------Making Hand Gestures,
------Approval and Disapproval,
------During Lectures,
------Pure Arabic Speech,
------Style of Sermons,
------Body Language,
------Occasion of His Sermon.

Chapter [4]:
---Daily Schedule,
------A Busy Schedule,
------Du'a of Wakefulness,
------His Morning Programme,
------Family Visits,
------Kindness to Family,
------His Time at Home Divided,
------Helping around the House,
------Special Visitors,
------Visit to the Bazaar,
------Rest (Qailulah),
------Visit to the Quarters of His Wives,
------Salat al-Maghrib,
------Teaching Women,
------Bai'ah of Women,
------Moderation in Rest and Wakefulness,
------Wudhu before Sleep,
------Wore Pyjamas,
------Conversation Before Sleep,
------Du'a before Sleep,
------Lying Down,
------Another Du'a,
------2 or 3 Surahs,
------Other Surahs,
------Guardian Angels and Surahs,
------Light Snoring,
------Long Nafl Prayers, Swollen Feet,
------Weeping in Prayers,
------Nightly Consideration for His Family.

Chapter [5]:
---Eating and Drinking Habits,
------Sitting while Eating,
------No Criticism,
------Leather Sheet,
------Taking Shoes off,
------Preparation for Eating,
------Say Bismillah,
------Du'a after Eating,
------Du'a for the Host,
------Leftovers,
------Moderation,
------Washing Hands,
------Qailulah (siesta) after Lunch,
------No Early Rest After Dinner,
------Preferred Food,
------White Bread,
------Dates for Dinner,
------Deprived Family Sustenance,
------Olive Oil,
------Meat,
------Vegetables,
------Sweets,
------Vinegar,
------Dates,
------His Wooden Cup,
------Seated Whilst Drinking,
------Drink Gently,
------Cold and Sweet Water,
------Drinks,
------Milk.

Chapter [6]:
---Dressing Habits,
------Clean and Simple Dress,
------Style of Dress,
------Colour of Dress,
------Habra,
------'Iba,
------His Cap and Turban,
------New Clothes on Fridays (Jum'ah),
------Du'a for Putting on Clothes,
------Shoes,
------Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala, Loves Beauty,
------Gratefulness Reflected in Dress,
------Perfume,
------His Hair,
------On His Bedside,
------Cutting the Nails,
------His Beard,
------His Mustache.

Chapter [7]:
---His Travel Habits,
------Travelling on Thursday,
------Du'a for Travel,
------Sharing the Work of Travel,
------Rest During Travel,
------Ad'iya for Ascending and Descending,
------Sighting a Village,
------Entering a Village,
------Returning from a Journey.

Chapter [8]:
---Rasullullah's Love for Children,
------His Affectionate Nature,
------Games with Children,
------Loved by Children,
------Concern for Babies During the Prayer,
------Blessed are Parents,
------Love for Grandchildren,
------Love for Little 'Anas,
------'Anas Forgets.

Chapter [9]:
---The Humour of Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Baby of a She-Camel,
------Needy Sinner,
------Selling Zahir,
------Farmers in Paradise,
------Old People in Paradise.

Chapter [10]:
---The Inheritance of Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------No Inheritance of Prophets,
------List of Possessions,
------Coat of Armour,
------Real Inheritance.

Chapter [11]:
---Three Important Sermons of Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Khutbah at-Taqwa,
------Khutbah at-Tabuk,
------Khutbah Hajjata ul-Wida.

Chapter [12]:
---Selected Adhkar and 'Adiya of Rasullullah, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------General Adhkar,
------Selected Ad'iya,
------Selected Ad'iya for Special Occasions,
-------39 Supplications.

Chapter [13]:
---Salat 'ala 'an-Nabi : Salutations on the Prophet, Salla Allahu 'alayhi wa Sallam,
------Selected Salaam and Salat 'ala an-Nabi,

Chapter [14],
---The Mission Continues.

---Iqra Table of Transliteration,
---Islamic Invocations,
---Bibliography.

A unique textbook for sure on the topic of the Sirah!
This book must be every Muslim's constant companion.

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