Trials and Tribulations By Imam ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (d. 751H) With appendix from the work of al-Imam al-Izz bin Abd as-Salam (d. 660 H)(d. 751H)
A believer may face many trials and tribulations that test his faith, patience and endurance.
In a world full of conflict and war, with many also suffering from personal and family
problems, Shaytān causes a person to question many things. If a Muslim is tried with a
difficulty, then the reasons for this are many – including one’s own sin, which arises from
leaving something obligated in Islām or committing an act that is prohibited. Trials are
also a means of Allāh purifying and aiding His servants, ennobling them and granting well-
being through His Wisdom. The most severely of those who were tried were the Prophets
and then those closest to them in following their guidance.
The Companions of Prophet Muhammad men suffered at the hands of their enemies; they
were eventually forced from their homes, leaving their possessions behind. The enemies
multiplied, and on occasions, they were physically overcome and defeated, with many
martyred. The Messenger of Allāhvern himself received an injury while his enemies rejoiced
and his associates despaired. They lived in a constant state of fear, destitution and poverty
– tying rocks to their stomachs out of severe hunger.
The state of hardship causes the servant to turn to Allāh, Mighty and Magnificent. Often
the state of ease, well-being and blessings cause a person to turn away from Allāh. In
tribulations, trials, misfortunes and calamities lay numerous wisdom and benefits, having
differing degrees of relevance, in accordance to the various ranks of people. Some believers
are afflicted with tribulation to such an extent that they end up walking on the earth with
no trace of sin remaining on them.
This amazing work deals with many aspects of trials and tribulations, including realising the
greatness of Allāh, showing humility and patience, increasing in sincerity and servitude for
Allāh, returning to supplication, hoping for expiation of sins and many other benefits. This
work is intended to boost one’s faith and aid every reader in developing an understanding on
how to better accustom themselves in times of calamities and refine their character.
The author, Imām Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (d. 751H), was one of the most prolific scholars of
Islām. His inimitable and distinct understanding of Qur’ān and Hadīth was acknowledged
by his peers, while his commentaries and interpretations remain unique in accuracy. He
studied under Shaykh al-Islām Ibn Taymiyyah for sixteen years and accompanied him until
the latter’s death. He authored over sixty works, covering a multitude of Islāmic sciences;
many of his writings are characterised by their touching address to the heart and soul. He was
deeply pious and took great care in how he utilised his time.

At Their Feet Piety Towards Parents by Ibn Al-Jawzi (PB)

Characteristics of the Hypocrites by Imam ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyyah (PB)
Hypocrisy is a deep-rooted and all-pervading spiritual disease. A person’s heart could be overflowing with it yet be oblivious of it due to its hidden and subtle nature; frequently does it lead a person to think they are acting rightly when in reality he is spreading corruption. It is of two types: major and minor; majority hypocrisy leads to eternal punishment in the lowest depths of Hell; it is to outwardly display faith in Allah, His Angles, His Books, His Messengers, and the last Day whereas inwardly one is devoid of such belief, indeed disbelieving in it. They do not believe that Allah spoke to a man amongst men who He appointed to be Messenger: guiding them by His permission and warning them of His punishments. In the Qur’an, Allah has revealed the intrigues of the hypocrites, He has unveiled their belief, their qualities, and made their goals clear so that the believers can be aware of them. He divided mankind into three groups in the beginning of Surah al-Baqarah: the believer, the disbeliever, and hypocrite. He mentioned four verses concerning the believers, two concerning the disbelievers, and thirteen verses concerning the hypocrites, due to their plenitude and the great harm and tribulation they bring to Islam and the Muslims. The harm they cause to Islam is truly severe for they claim to be Muslims, they claim to aid and support Islam, whereas in reality they are its enemies seeking to destroy it from within, covertly spreading their corruption and ignorance such that the unwary thinks that what they are upon is knowledge and right action. By Allah! How many strongholds of Islam have they destroyed; how many fortresses have they rendered to ruin; how many signposts of Islam have they effected; how many raised flags have they lowered; and how many seeds of doubt have they attempted to sow in order to uproot the religion! The author, Imam Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (d. 751H), was one of the most prolific scholars of Islam. He studied under Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah for sixteen years and accompanied him up and till his death; learning a great deal of knowledge from him. He authored over sixty works, covering a multitude of Islamic sciences; his writings are characterised by their touching address to the heart and soul. He was deeply religious and very pious.

The Man who Killed 99 Men

Rights of the Spouses
Authored by: Shaykh Sulayman Ruhaylee
Translated by: Rasheed ibn Estes Barbee
About the book: Islam gives importance to every affair of life. Thus, there is not an aspect of your life — O Muslim — except that Islam clarifies and explains it. And this is from its concern for rectifying and unifying the community. And because the rectification of the community follows the rectification of the family, and the unity of the community is a result of the unity of the family, and the happiness of the family is connected to the spouses, Islam gives a great deal of importance to the spouses.
As it relates to the rights of the spouses — O brothers, O beloved — there are rights before the engagement, rights at the time of the engagement, rights at the time of the marriage contract, and rights which remain throughout the affair of marriage.

Covering Healthy Marital Relations and Marital Discord with Evidence from the Book, the Sunnah, and the Statements of the Foremost Scholars
Shaikh Dr. Taqi al-Deen al-Hilali | Al-Rahmaniyyah Press
This precious work shines a bright light on the rights of women in Islam, which are so broadly misunderstood, misrepresented, and outright undermined by people who speak in ignorance about the Shari’ah. The author quotes a key Qur’anic verse in the book: “Women have rights over men similar to the rights which men have over them, all in accordance with the known standards of goodness.” This book comprehensively addresses the topic of a woman’s right to end her marriage by way of a Khul’a,

Concerning this book, the author stated, “I, therefore, see it incumbent upon myself to write a work small in size yet full of knowledge which will bring justice for those who have been oppressed, to uncover [and bring to light] the rights of those who have had them wrongfully taken; so that each spouse knows what Allah has made mandatory upon him or her and so that harsh character is replaced by manners of the highest standard.”