General Islam

Islamic Books on Everyday Faith

The General Islam category is home to a broad selection of Islamic books covering belief, worship, character, halal trade and everyday practice. Here you will find introductions to Islam, books on aqeedah, guidance on salah and fasting, works on Islamic manners and much more, suitable for readers at different stages of their journey.

These books are ideal for building a home library, supporting madrassah or school studies, or deepening your personal understanding of the religion. Many titles in this section complement other categories such as Tasawwuf, History and Women, giving you a rounded collection of essential knowledge.

Building a General Islam Library

If you are starting from scratch, consider choosing a few core books that cover creed, worship and character, then adding more specialised topics over time. You may also wish to browse our Quran and Hadith categories to pair these books with primary sources.

For personalised recommendations based on your level or interests, you are welcome to contact us via the Contact page or visit the Iqra Islamic Bookshop store in Laudium, Pretoria.

  • The Pure Intention

    The Pure Intention

    R300,00

    This is the first ever translation into English of a treatise written by one of the most celebrated figures in the history of Sufism, the Egyptian Sufi master Ibn Ata Allah al-Iskandari. In Pure Intention: on Knowledge of the Unique Name (al-Qasd al-Mujarrad fi Ma’rifat al-Ism al-Mufrad) the author presents us with a supreme essay on the…

  • The Quran has it all, How the Quran Answers All of Life's Questions

    The Quran has it all, How the Quran Answers All of Life’s Questions

    R350,00

    The Qur’an Has It All presents answers to universal questions we all have about our purpose, relationships and life’s challenges. Based on Dr Shaykha Haifaa’s compelling Ramadan series with Jannah Institute, this book draws on verses of the Qur’an that guide reader’s soul-searching thoughts about their existence; their home and communal life; their work, responsibilities…

  • The Ramadan Discourses of Shaykh Muhammad ibn al-Habib

    The Ramadan Discourses of Shaykh Muhammad ibn al-Habib

    R500,00

    The tafsir discourses in this book were recorded during Ramadan in October 1971 just two months before Shaykh Muhammad ibn al-Habib died in Algeria on his way to Hajj. They are the only recordings ever made of the teaching of the Shaykh and, as such, represent an extremely precious element of his legacy. His teaching…

  • The Right to Life, Security, Privacy and Ownership in Islam

    The Right to Life, Security, Privacy and Ownership in Islam

    R400,00

    A person’s right to life, personal security, privacy, and ownership are the most basic of all the fundamental rights and liberties and are of concern to all legal systems and traditions. To address them side by side with one another, as is attempted in the present volume, is reflective of their natural priority and significance….

  • Risalah: Ibn Abi Zayd al-Qayrawani

    The Risalah: Ibn Abi Zayd al-Qayrawani

    R400,00

    Almost unique among the works of Muslim scholars, this book, which for Malikis is THE Risalah, was written for children when the author was 17 years old. The sheer pedagogical audacity of introducing children to what is in effect a complete overview of life and human society escapes most people and most Muslims today. The author…

  • The Rise of Islam

    The Rise of Islam

    R100,00

    A classical Islamic graphic book brought back to life to share the universal message and history of the beginning of Islam. Immerse yourself in a glimpse of the life of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) from the point of the first revelation to the Prophet’s Last Sermon at Arafat. Originally published in 1970

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    The Road To Tarim

    R125,00

    For centuries a well-guarded secret, nestled amongst the Yemeni deserts and valleys of southern Arabia lies Tarim—a small town offering little to those pursuing worldly gains. Now a popular destination for seekers of knowledge and spirituality worldwide, it is home to an environment largely unparalleled in its preservation of the inward and outward manifestations of…

  • The Sahabiyat

    The Sahabiyat

    R60,00

    This is a vivid description of the lives and achievements of eight of the Sahabiyat (female companions) during the time of the Prophet (SAAS). Their unwavering faith, courage, sacrifice and steadfastness should be an inspiration to us all especially for young Muslimahs. Recommended for ages 11 and over.

  • The Salah Of Women

    The Salah Of Women

    R100,00

    “The Salah of Women” states the method of Salah, the differences in laws of Salah between men and women, various proofs from the Ahadeeth, the various views of the jurists, and various other questions.

  • The Sanusi Creed

    The Sanusi Creed

    R420,00

    The Foundational Proofs of Imam al-Sanusi is one of the foundational works in Islamic theology and is considered historically as an elemental text in traditional Islamic education. Studied for centuries and memorized by children throughout the Islamic world, The Foundational Proofs offers readers a methodical outline of Islamic doctrine that satisfies the mind and the…

  • The Shape of Light: Hayakal al-Nu

    The Shape of Light: Hayakal al-Nu

    R700,00

    This treatise on the nature and levels of the human soul considers the limitations of human senses and our true or theomorphic essence; the various realms or Centers, including Absolute Mind as well as Ordinary Mind and Divine Mind; the nature of firmaments; and the meaning of pleasure and pain.

  • The Shield of Achilleus

    The Shield of Achilleus

    R130,00
  • The Simple Seerah Part 3

    The Simple Seerah Part 3

    R300,00

    This is part three in the revolutionary series: The Simple Seerah! Embark on a journey through the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in this engaging continuation of The Simple Seerah series. Part Three covers crucial events following the Prophet’s migration to Madinah, focusing on key moments like the Battles of Badr and Uhud. These…

  • The speech of the Birds

    The speech of the Birds

    R630,00

    Mantiqu’t-Tair Author: FARIDU’D-DIN ATTAR Presented and translated by: PETER AVERY ISBN (PAPERBACK): 978 0 946621 70 5 PRICE: £25.99 PAGES: 582 SIZE: 234 x 156mm PUBLISHED: 1998 OTHER: Appendix. Please consider buying books at full price as a way of supporting the charitable activities of the ITS. In stock ADD TO BASKET DESCRIPTION Mantiqu’t-Tair is one of the masterpieces of Persian literature of which…

  • The Spirit Of A Sultan

    The Spirit Of A Sultan

    R130,00

    One of the most venerated Sufi poets and saints, Hazrat Sultan Bahu’s life has been as veiled as the divine. Through countless stories, the loveable and fully illumined spiritual master’s life has been told mostly through oral tradition. Using the deep emotions of his teachings, this inspiring new book uses the depth of Sultan Bahu…

  • The Story Of Series set 5 vols

    The Story Of Series set 5 vols

    R550,00

    The Story Of Adam Nuh Ibrahim Musa Eesa