Hilyat al-Awliya 8 Vols Arabic

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Hilyat al-Awliya
wa Tabaqat al-Asfiya : Arabic, New,
''The Adornment of the Saints
& the Ranks of the Spiritual Elite''
*[A4] Hardback - 8 Volume Set,
by Imam Abu Nu'aym Ahmad al-Asfahani,
Published by Dar al-Hadith, Cairo.

Description :

Hilyat al-Awliya wa Tabaqat al-Asfiya - this voluminous 8 Volume set is the famous work of the 10th century scholar al-Hafiz Imam Abu Na'ïm al-Asfahani (948-1038 C.E.), rahmatullahi 'alayhi, and is the most authentic reference on the traditions of the blessed Companions of Allah's Messenger, upon whom be peace, and its lessons will prove to be most rewarding.

The book depicts some of the rare traditions, words and deeds of these most pious human beings, and it reviews some of the most magnificent instances of their lives. These narrations will testify to their unparalleled devotion, and they will certainly refresh one's memory with unique lessons on spirituality, true love for one's maker, and for His Blessed Messenger Muhammad, upon whom be peace.

Hilyatul Awliya represents a drop in the ocean of knowledge the blessed Companions cherished, and their testimonies will surely help polish a tarnished heart, as well as they will beautify a pious one. In fact, although the legacy of our righteous predecessors (salaf sãlih) is unique and their devotion surpasses the common, yet, their wisdom, example, and teachings will surely fill a yearning heart with the love and grace of Allah.

Al-Hafiz Abu Nu'aym al-Asfahani : Ahmad bin 'Abdullah bin Ahmed bin Ishaq bin Musa bin Mahran Al-Asfahani, rahmatullahi 'alayhi, was born in Rajab 336H. He was a famous Hafidh, one of the eminent Muhaddithin and one of the great Huffaz. He studied under the celebrated scholars and himself taught many virtuous 'Ulama. He authored many books, among them Al-Mustakhraj 'Ala Al-Bukhari, and Al-Mustakhraj 'Ala Muslim and Hiliyat-ul-Awliya, which is one of the best books. It is said that when he took it to Nishapur, it sold for four hundred Dinar.