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The Muslim Ideal Dr. Muhammad ‘AN al-Hashimi Translated by Nasiruddin al-Khattab Revised by Ibrahim M. Kunna And Abu Aya Sulaiman ‘Abdus-Sabur

THE MUSLIM IDEAL

Ideal Muslim: the true Islamic personality as defined by the Qur’an and Sunnah presents a comprehensive overview of the way in which the Prophet (^ft) and his Companions lived.

 This picture of the practical aspects of a truly Islamic life-style serves as a timely reminder for all of us. At a time when unlslamic and antilslamic

 influences are spreading, via modem technology, to the heart-lands of Islam and even to the remotest regions, we need to hold firm to the distinct character of our faith, as prescribed by Allah (fi) and revealed through His Prophet (^ft).

Dr. Muhammad ‘All al-Hashiml presents a well-thought out guide to the Islamic life-style. He starts with the Muslim’s relationship with his Rabb, which is the most important aspect of his life, and provides the foundation for all his other relationships

. From there, Dr. Hashiml outlines how the Muslim should relate to every person in his life, starting with himself and his family, and moving on, by stages, to encompass every member of the community or society.

 Each point is supported by extensive quotations from the Qur’an and/or Hadlth. It should be noted that while most of Islamic teachings — and certainly the central beliefs and practices (“pillars”) —

are incumbent upon men and women alike, some aspects of the faith are emphasized more for one than the other, or may be applicable to just one of the two sexes.

An obvious example is the dress-code, where the emphasis is placed on women’s attire, although it should not be forgotten that men are instructed to dress modestly too, and that certain prohibitions apply only to them (i.e., the wearing of gold and silk).

 A number of these “gender-specific” matters are discussed here, but the book should not be viewed as exclusive: men and women alike may leam much from it.