A timeless classic, now accessible in English. The Virtue of Islām (Faḍlul-Islām) by Shaykhul Islām Muḥammad bin ‘Abdul-Wahhāb at-Tamīmī is a concise yet profound treatise exploring the distinctive characteristics and unparalleled blessings of Islām over other religions. Each chapter invites deep reflection, backed by scholarly proofs. This edition is enriched with the authentication of Shaykh Ḥāfiẓ Zubayr ‘Alī Za’ī, the original Arabic matn with tashkīl [āyāt and aḥādīth], and a revised English translation – making it ideal for both self-study and following along with scholarly explanations. Scholar-endorsed and carefully edited with extensive additional takhrīj by Abū Rumayṣā’ ‘Abdullāh Ṭāriq Raḥīm Bakhsh.
The Virtue of Islām
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Before you is the English rendition of the treatise “The virtue of Islām” (Faḍlul-Islām) by Shaykhul Islām Muḥammad bin Abdul-Wahhāb at-Tamīmī. This concise book contains the distinctive characteristics of Islām, and if someone ponders over each chapter and the proofs mentioned within it, he will be able to recognize many of the great blessings of Islām and its merit over other religions. This book is one that rewards reflection and contemplation, so each chapter should be accompanied by such.
Chapters of the book:
Chapter [1]: The virtue of Islām
Chapter [2]: The obligation of [adhering to] Islām
Chapter [3]: The interpretation of Islām
Chapter [4]: The statement of Allāh: “And whoever desires other than Islām as religion – never will it be accepted from him, and he, in the Hereafter, will be among the losers.” [Sūrah āl-‘Imrān 3: 85]
Chapter [5]: The obligation of sufficing with following, i.e., the Qurān
Chapter [6]: What has been mentioned about attributing oneself to other than Islām
Chapter [7]: The obligation to enter Islām completely and to abandon everything else
Chapter [8]: What has been mentioned regarding innovating [in the religion] is worse than a major sin
Chapter [9]: What has been mentioned regarding Allāh withholding repentance from the person of bid’ah
Chapter [10]: The statement of Allāh – the Exalted: “O People of the Scripture, why do you argue about Ibrāhīm” [Sūrah āl-‘Imrān 3: 65]
Chapter [11]: The statement of Allāh – the Exalted: “So direct your face [i.e., self] toward the religion, inclining to truth” [Sūrah ar-Rūm 30: 30]
Chapter [12]: What has been mentioned regarding the strangeness of Islām and the virtue of the strangers
Chapter [13]: Warning against innovating [in the religion]
Additional information
| Author: | Shaykhul Islām Muḥammad bin Abdul-Wahhāb at-Tamīmī |
|---|---|
| Taḥqīq: | Shaykh Ḥāfiẓ Zubayr ‘Alī Za'ī |
| Takhrīj: | Abū Rumayṣā' ‘Abdullāh Ṭāriq Raḥīm Bakhsh |
| Taqdīm: | • Shaykh Dr. Nadhīr Aḥmad ‘Umrī Madanī |
| Language: | English |
| Edition: | • First [May-2022 / Shawwāl 1443H] |
| Pages: | 147 |
| ISBN: | 979-818133797 |
| Binding: | Softcover |
Asiyah –
As Salamu Alaykum
Alhamdulillah, by the mercy of Allah, I had the honor to read this book and I really loved it. The work that was put into it is definitely enormous as the Takhrij speaks for itself. As someone who loves everything about Aqeedah and someone who is learning about the Deen, this is a great work that benefits the beginner but also advanced level of seeker of knowledge because the knowledge within the book, especially for those who love science of Hadith, is vast. Apart from that, I really love the font. It’s so much easier to read when you have a bit bigger font alhamdulillah
I ask Allah to reward everyone who worked on it abundantly and to reward shaykh Muhammad Ibn Abdu Al Wahhab with the highest level of Jannah ameen
Abu Faatimah –
I highly recommend The Virtue of Islām to anyone seeking a concise yet deeply beneficial work on the excellence of Islām. Despite its brief length, every chapter is rich with authentic evidences from the Qur’ān and Sunnah, encouraging sincere reflection on the unique virtues and blessings of this religion.
This English edition is exceptionally well produced. The revised translation is clear and easy to follow, while the inclusion of the original Arabic text with tashkīl makes it valuable for both students of knowledge and those wishing to study alongside scholarly explanations. The authentication by Shaykh Ḥāfiz Zubayr ‘Alī Zaī, may Allāh have mercy on him and the extensive takhrīj further enhances its reliability.
A beautifully presented, scholarly, and accessible work. May Allāh reward everyone involved in bringing this beneficial book to the English-speaking audience.
Highly recommended. 5*
Abdallaah –
A concise yet immensely beneficial book highlighting the virtues of Islam through authentic Qurān and Sunnah evidences.
It is beautifully translated, well-authenticated, and thoughtfully presented with Arabic text.
Kashaf Raza –
Alhamdulillah, I really enjoyed reading The Virtues of Islam. Even though it’s a short book, it’s packed with beneficial reminders and authentic proofs from the Quran and Sunnah. The English translation is clear and easy to understand. May Allah reward everyone involved with this book. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about the beauty and virtues of Islam.
Abu Aaliyah –
Faḍl al-Islām is a concise but powerful treatise that highlights the excellence and unique virtues of Islam as the only religion accepted by Allah. The author gathers Qur’anic verses and authentic hadith to demonstrate the obligation of adhering to pure Islam, holding firmly to the Sunnah, and avoiding innovations (bidʿah), sectarianism, and blind following that contradicts revelation.
One of the book’s central themes is that true honor, guidance, and salvation are found only through sincere submission to Allah and following the Prophet ﷺ upon the understanding of the Salaf. The style is simple and evidence-based, making it accessible while remaining deeply beneficial.
Overall, it is an excellent introductory work for anyone seeking to understand the virtue of Islam, the importance of preserving its purity, and the danger of deviating from the straight path. It is especially valuable when studied with a reliable scholarly explanation, as many of its chapters contain profound principles despite their brevity.
Juned Ansari –
Assalamu Alaykum
Translation is precise, print quality, pages, content is good.
The book is a worth read for beginners as well as those who are firmly grounded in knowledge.
Baarak Allaahu feekum for all the efforts put in to make it available for those who do not understand Arabic well.