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.
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Foundations of Islāmic Psychology: From Classical Scholars to Contemporary Thinkers examines the history of Islāmic psychology from the Islāmic Golden age through the early 21st century, giving a thorough look into Islāmic psychology’s origins, Islāmic philosophy and theology, and key developments in Islāmic psychology. In tracing psychology from its origins in early civilisations, ancient philosophy, and…
Four Gems of Tasawwuf comprises: 1. A substantial part of Iqadh al-Himam, Shaykh Ahmad ibn ‘Ajiba’s commentary on the Hikam of Shaykh Ahmad ibn ‘Ata’allah al-Iskandari, including an introduction to Tasawwuf based on the famous ten introductory principles, as well as as the first thirteen aphorisms and their commentaries; 2. His commentary on the Salat of Shaykh ‘Abd as-Salam ibn Mashish…
This book goes into the lives and methods of the four imams from the four schools of thought namely Imam Abu Hanifah, Imam Shafi, Imam Malik and Imam Ahmed. Its particularly useful to any student of fiqh and those who want to know more about these 4 imams who were themselves giants of knowledge and…
In recent years the subject of freedom of expression has become a topic of heated debate. Freedom of Expression in Islam offers the first and only detailed presentation in English of freedom of expression from both the legal and moral perspectives of Islam. This work is a pioneering attempt in examining both the evidence on…
In Freedom, Equality and Justice in Islam, M H Kamali presents the reader with an analysis of the three concepts of freedom, equality and justice from an Islamic point of view and their manifestations in the religious, social, legal and political fields. The author discusses the evidence to be found for these concepts in the…
Ever since the world came into existence; Allah has sent, from time to time, approximately One Lack Twenty Four Thousand Prophets for the betterment of society, to curse the evil and to guide (propagate) the people to obey Allah’s Command. The first Prophet was Hazrat Adam and the last Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW). The author…
From the River to the Sea is an educational colouring book that provides a gateway into the story of Palestine. Through a series of illustrations, Soweto-based Nathi Ngubane, tackles the injustice of the Nakba, delves into the history and culture of the land, and introduces young readers to the key concepts driving and sustaining Palestinian resistance.
Futuwwah and Raising Males into Sacred Manhood concisely discusses the principles within futuwwah, or spiritual chivalry, that young men should strive to embody and should inculcate into our communities. While the virtues discusses in this text are not all exclusively related to young males becoming men, this book is tailored towards males, and the specific issues faced by males as…
Giving the Best of What You Have is the fifth book in a series of stories about the adventures of a young Muslim boy. Sulaiman forges a new friendship that seems to be a bit one-sided and he feels he is being taken advantage of. He later learns the reality of his friend’s situation and…
Salafism” and “jihadi-Salafism” have become significant doctrinal trends in contemporary Islamic thought, yet the West has largely failed to offer a sophisticated and discerning definition of these movements. The contributors to Global Salafism carefully outline not only the differences in the Salafi schools but the broader currents of Islamic thought that constitute this trend as well. They…
The book has been compiled from the Teachings of Maseehul Ummat Hadrat Maulana Muhammad Maseehullah Khan. “Good Character” deals exclusively with the subject covering all the aspects of life, like Anger, Useless Speech, lie, love for Wealth, Miserliness, Love for Worldly Materials and fame, arrogance, Justice, Journey to entrust Happiness, Less Speaking, etc., in order…
Goodnight Stories from the Lives of Sahabah is the answer to every child’s longing to hear a good bedtime story. It contains a careful selection of eighteen magnificent tales from the lives of the Companions of the Prophet Muhammad retold in age-appropriate language. A simple text and fabulous colour illustrations, which bring the narratives vividly…
Muslims are compelled by their religion to praise the Creator and to care for their community. But what is not widely known is that there are deep and long-standing connections between Islamic teachings and environmentalism. In this groundbreaking book, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin draws on research, scripture, and interviews with Muslim Americans to trace Islam’s preoccupation with…
The Hadith Activity Book for Kids is a captivating book for children to learn about hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad) and Seerah (the life of the Prophet Muhammad) in a truly engaging way. It contains highly attractive artwork to inspire creativity; a carefully chosen collection of hadith to instil moral values; fascinating facts to…
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