This collection of short wisdoms from the works of Imam al-Ghazali
reflects the broad range of his brilliant intellectual thought. With an
emphasis upon literary quality, concision, and concentration of meaning,
each aphorism is full of value and significance and typifies the
tradition of qawa'id (legal maxims) in the Islamic intellectual
sciences. A commentary accompanies each maxim unraveling its wisdom.
Tastefully presented and luxurious in feel, this book is a chamber of
spirituality readers will look forward to delving into.
The second title in the Treasury in Islamic Thought and Civilization
series, which seeks to present clear introductions to the thought and
wisdom of major Islamic intellectual figures, prepared by learned
translators.
Professor Mustafa Abu Sway was appointed as the first holder of the
Integral Chair for the Study of Imam Ghazali's Work at Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa
and at Al-Quds University in 2012. He has been professor of philosophy
and Islamic studies at Al-Quds University in Jerusalem, Palestine, since
1996. For a number of years professor Sway has also been listed as one
of the most influential Muslims in the scholarly world (The Muslim 500,
The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre).