Experience the spiritual ascent of the Sufi masters, as Shaykh Hisham Kabbani relates the intricacies of treading the mystic path. Presenting a 1400-year old tradition in an easy-to-understand contemporary style, Shaykh Kabbani interweaves the teaching of basic ethical principles with the tales of ancient gnostics and the travails and rewards of the Sufi way.
About the Book: God said, "We have created everything in pairs." This has to do with reality versus imitation. Our physical form here in this earthly life is only a reflection of our heavenly form. Like plastic fruit and real fruit, one is real, while the other is an imitation. This book looks at the nature of the physical world, the laws governing the universe and from this starting point, jumps into the realm of spiritual knowledge - Sufi teachings which must be "tasted" as opposed to read or spoken. It will serve to open up to the reader the mystical path of saints which takes human beings from the world of forms and senses to the world within the heart, the world of Gnosis and spirituality - a world filled with wonders and blessings. About the Author: Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani is a scholar from the Middle East. He graduated with a B.A. in Chemistry from the American University of Beirut and then went to Louvain, Belgium to continue his medical studies. He later received his Islamic law degree, then went on to study the Sufi spiritual path with two great master of wisdom. Other books by the shaykh include: The Naqshbandi Sufi way, Angels Unveiled, Encyclopedia of Islamic Doctrine (7 volumes), and Women Companions of the Prophet Muhammad (with Dr. L. Bakhtiar). Shaykh Kabbani is the chairman of the Islamic Supreme Council of America, an educational organization based in Michigan.
One of the distinguished schools of Islamic spiritual discipline, the Naqshbandi Sufi Order has a long and illustrious history from the first days of Islam. Led by the shaykhs of the Golden Chain-inheritors of spiritual knowledge from Prophet Muhammad-the Naqshbandi Order has always played a central, pivotal role in the life of people in the Muslim world and survived the turmoil and tribulations of the past century to remain one of the few authentic mystical traditions maintaining a living link with its ancient past. The extraordinary vision of the Naqshbandi Saints was manifest in their establishment of fixed devotions and daily practices firmly rooted in the Qur'an and Sunnah of the Prophet. These practices have enabled devout seekers to awaken certainty of belief and to attain stations of nearness to the Divine Presence. The renewed prominence of this order at the turn of the 21st century, due to the indefatigable striving of Mawlana Shaykh Muhammad Nazim al-Haqqani, signals an impending change to our society in which aspirants to Divine Service will be granted to transcend the bounds of the physical senses in order to fulfill the unexplored potential in each human heart. The Naqshbandi Devotions are a source of light and energy, an oasis in a worldly desert. Through the manifestations of Divine Blessings bestowed on the practitioners of these magnificent rites, they will be granted the power of magnanimous healing, by which they seek to cure the hearts of mankind darkened by the gloom of spiritual poverty and materialism. We pray that each person who picks up this book of devotions with sincere intention to observe any of its efficacious practices will receive a portion of the blessings and manifestations bestowed on the greatest saints of earlier times.
The writings in this book emerged from the heart of Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani after spending fifty days in a seclusion prescribed by his guiding master in the Sufi Path, Shaykh Muhammad Nazim al-Haqqani. During the course of his time, isolated in a small room in Damascus, Shaykh Hisham underwent incredible experiences, which he then shared in talks given to his students after the pre-dawn prayers each morning in Ramadan, 2005. In assigning the duty of seclusion to Shaykh Hisham, his master, Shaykh Nazim al-Haqqani said: "The people have reached their limits of carrying hardship from the overwhelming extent of oppression and darkness. The intensity of the hardship required in order to invoke God to bring about the appearance of the expected Savior has just been reached. "Therefore, every night in the last third before dawn, Shaykh Hisham will be in the station of intimate discourse with his Lord. After completing the special recitations and praise on the Prophet, he has been assigned and with which he will be busy 24 hours, every night, at the most favorable time for the Lord's acceptance of supplication, Shaykh Hisham should request the Lord to send a Saviour-King to mankind, a king who is seeking God's Way. His supplication in this manner and in this state will be so effective, it will be like 124,000 saints engaged in supplication for forty days without cease. "They are asking the Lord of servants to send them a king. That is why we are sending Shaykh Hisham Effendi, whom we know very well. Other saints we do not know. "For this purpose he must not enter into any other activity. He must be present, spiritually with the Prophet and ask, "Oh Prophet of Mercy! Ask your Lord to send us a Saviour-King on the Way of the Lord." And we are looking to see the results. He must ask this only; it is the summary and distillation of the forty days seclusion and its ultimate purpose is consultation with the Prophet, upon whom be peace and blessings.
This book presents in detail, in both English, Arabic and transliteration, the daily, weekly and date-specific devotional rites of Naqshbandi practitioners, as prescribed by the late world leader of the Naqshbandi-Haqqani Sufi Order, Mawlana Shaykh Muhammad Nazim Adil al-Haqqani. These practices have enabled devout seekers to awaken certainty of belief and to attain stations of nearness to the Divine Presence. The renewed prominence of this order at the turn of the 21st century, due to the indefatigable striving of Mawlana Shaykh Nazim and author Shaykh Hisham Kabbani, signals an impending change to our society in which aspirants to Divine Service will be granted to transcend the bounds of the physical senses in order to fulfill the unexplored potential in each human heart.
Drawing on the teachings of his spiritual master, Shaykh Hisham Kabbani explores the implications of the doctrine that states that Creation unfolds in a series of all-encompassing Divine Names that flood into the realm of todays world as it passes by the Perfect Messenger. (World Religions)
From the head of the world's largest Sufi order comes another luminous volume of inspiring lectures. This book includes practical steps to find your " true identity" and tune in to your individual spiritual powers, which complete the universal scheme.
Expanding the series, Shaykh Adil Al-Haqqani presents his lectures and offers guidelines to developing heightened spiritual awareness and overcoming negative influences that impede happiness.
This unprecedented series is based on hundreds of transcripts of spiritual discourses of Shaykh Muhammad Nazim al-Haqqani, 40th master of the preeminent Naqshbandi Golden Chain, which dates back to Prophet Muhammad, may the peace and blessing of God be upon him. World renowned for his moderate interpretation of traditional Islamic teachings, for sixty years Shaykh Nazim has been instrumental in spreading spiritual awareness to millions. Seekers around the world eagerly logon daily to his live broadcast on Sufilive.com, hoping to absorb his divinely inspired guidance on issues that impact all humanity. A testament to their popularity, these discourses are translated live into a dozen languages. Shaykh Nazim is ranked 49th in the ground-breaking book compiled by Georgetown University, "The 500 Most Influential Muslims-2009". In June 2010, he was the only Muslim leader to meet with His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI, during the pontiff's visit to Cyprus.
This compilation of lectures delivered by Shaykh Kabbani in various venues throughout the United States and abroad address the spiritual aspects of psychology. (World Religions)
Compiled by world-renowned Islamic scholar and Sufi master Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani, "Healing Verses in the Holy Quran and Hadith" introduces centuries of Islamic spiritual healing to a contemporary audience. It includes detailed explanations from preeminent scholarly works, including: Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sahih Ibn al-Habban, Sunan Tirmidhi; Bukhari's "Adab al-Mufrad" (Etiquette of Personal Ethics);Imam Ahmad's "Musnad" (Reliable Hadith); Abdullah Ibn Ahmad Ibn Hanbal's "Kitab al-Zuhd" (Book of Asceticism; "Al-Jawaab al-Kaafee liman sa'ala ala ad-dawa ish-shafiI" (The Sufficient Answers for Those Who Asked about the Healing Medicine), and "Madarij as-Salikeen" (Stations of the Travelers on the Path), each by Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya; and, Ibn Abi ad-Dunya's "Kitab al-Mujabeen" (Book of Those Whose Duas Allah Accepted). This work includes several powerful supplications taught by Prophet Muhammad and their secret spiritual knowledge hidden in specific formulas that are known to remove obstacles, resolve poor health, financial and personal issues, impart goodness and bring peace to one's heart. These universal lessons will make a fine addition to any study of traditional Islam, Prophet Muhammad, Sufism, Islamic mysticism, spirituality and New Age teachings.
AT THE FEET OF MY MASTER, Volume 2 is based on a series of spiritual talks given in Summer 2009 at the Naqshbandi-Haqqani Sufi Order headquarters in Lefke, Cyprus. The talks draw on a 100-year-old notebook of a Sufi master, which outlines ancient customs and practices of the Order, through which high states of Gnosis may be achieved. Led by Shaykh Muhammad Nazim al-Haqqani, this Sufi Order has millions of members on six continents, with no social, racial, economic, religious, gender or age barriers. For those who hope to experience the high spiritual states of the centuries-old Sufi sciences, these lectures may open the seeker's heart to a horizon of clarity and unprecedented personal growth. To learn more, visit www.sufilive.com.
THE HIERARCHY OF SAINTS, PART 2 is based on the divinely inspired spiritual discourses of the global head of the Naqshbandi-Haqqani Sufi Order, Mawlana Shaykh Nazim Adil al-Haqqani. It is a compilation of lectures by his representative from the annual "Ramadan Series," which is devoted to ancient sacred teachings of forty generations of eminent Sufi masters of the Naqshbandi Golden Chain. The Hierarchy of Saints, Part 2 reveals rare, secret knowledge that is only assimilated by adhering to the protocols of the highest Sufi masters. It takes us on a journey that, through discipline and steadfastness, subjugates the ego and worldly desires and reveals one's unique path to receive "the Sacred Trust." This volume outlines advanced levels of conduct and character that, under supervision of the Sufi master, bring one into higher spiritual realms. The stations of Ikhlas (Sincerity) and Tawhid (Oneness) are highlighted, along with the disciplines to reach them and many traps to avoid. Descriptions of the premier shaykhs that look after affairs of this world are both insightful and captivating. Lessons of previous masters and their students offer the seeker a road map to success. This title is recommended for anyone engaged in the study Sufism.
The Dome of Provisions" refers to a sacred place under God's Throne that is only accessible by His chosen ones. It is the main source of heavenly secrets and blessings sent to the hearts of people. This collection of spiritual discourses is based on ancient teachings of famous Sufi masters of the Naqshbandi Golden Chain, to whom the author is directly connected. Lessons outline the mind-body-spirit connection and inspire readers to "Maqam al-Ihsan," the Station of Moral Excellence, in which one surrenders the ego and personal desires to Divine Will. Memorable accounts of previous masters and their disciples, the struggles they faced and the lofty heights they reached rounds out this work. Basic knowledge of Sufi principles is recommended.
From the head of the one of the world's largest Sufi orders, the Naqshbandiyya-Haqqaniyya, comes a luminous volume of lectures on finding balance, harmony, and discipline within the soul and to perfect the intimate relationship between the heart and heavens. (World Religions)
Compiled by a world-renowned Islamic scholar and spiritual guide, "Principles of Islamic Spirituality, Part 1: Sufism" is the first of a multi-volume treatise written for western readers. It presents a brief background of the Sufi hierarchy, their diverse communities achieved through religious tolerance and goodwill, their social responsibility, and treatment of the perennial conflict of good vs. evil. While this historic work draws upon authentic legal precedents and religious explanations from various Islamic schools of thought that form the majority Muslim view, it is presented for laypersons in easily understood terms and is highly recommended for anyone interested in mainstream Islam and its moderate views of today's world.
The teachings presented here focus on details of the Naqshbandi Sufi path, with emphasis on the responsibility of the disciple to make progress and advances in his spiritual discipline based on pure love and longing for the Divine Presence.
Sending blessings on Allah's beloved is certainly the best way of invoking him, in compliance with the command of the Lord Almighty. In thus blessing him, believers show him gratitude and acknowledge his countless favors. In the blessed tradition of their ancestors and predecessors in faith, the authors present this book dedicated to Prophet Muhammad, upon whom be the choicest of Allah's peace and blessings. (World Religions)
When they speak most teachers, lecturers, professors and scholars address the minds of their listeners, attempting to provoke new thought patterns, impart fresh information and describe what they know. However the Sufi masters speak "from the heart to the heart." For this reason, rather than falling into a listless torpor after ten minutes, their students are actually energized, for the Shaykh's words address their aspirations, desires and deepest needs with spiritual nourishment. Under the heavenly manifestations that accompany the Shaykh's simple but pithy words, those seeking realities are showered with holy impressions, whose mere touch sets the heart afire with Divine Love. Partake here of one such Sufi saint, who, from his humble abode on the island of Cyprus addresses the hearts and souls of seekers around the world.
The journey continues in this second volume of the series, which takes the willing seeker deeper into spiritual practices that develop advanced discipline on the Sufi Path. Savor the examples of past students that developed reliance on their guides and reached high spiritual stations. Lessons include the antidote to the poison of anger that threatens all spiritual progress, how to guard against thieves of the heart, and living a life of total contentment in today's stress-filled society.
Compiled by a world-renowned Islamic scholar and spiritual guide, "Principles of Islamic Spirituality, Part 2: Contemporary Sufism & Traditional Islamic Healing" is the second of a multi-volume treatise written for western readers. It defines the current negatively impacted state of the human psyche, the causes of mental and spiritual illnesses and their treatment with traditional Islamic healing. While this historic work draws upon authentic legal precedents and religious explanations from various Islamic schools of thought that form the majority Muslim view, it is presented for laypersons in easily understood terms and is highly recommended for any study of mainstream Islam and its moderate views of today's world.
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD IN OUR DAILY LIFE features a detailed explanation of how a quarter of the world population views Prophet Muhammad and the specific guidance he provided mankind to achieve moral excellence. This work includes many supplications taught by Prophet Muhammad and their secret spiritual knowledge hidden in specific formulas. Recitations in this book are known to remove obstacles and resolve poor health, financial and personal issues and to impart goodness and bring peace to one's heart. This work is a fine addition to any study of Islam, Prophet Muhammad, Sufism, Islamic mysticism and spirituality. Its lessons are universal.
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD IN OUR DAILY LIFE features a detailed explanation of how a quarter of the world population views Prophet Muhammad and the specific guidance he provided mankind to achieve moral excellence. This work includes many supplications taught by Prophet Muhammad and their secret spiritual knowledge hidden in specific formulas. Recitations as recommended in this book are known to remove obstacles and resolve poor health, financial and personal issues and to impart goodness and bring peace to one's heart. This work is a fine addition to any study of Islam, Prophet Muhammad, Sufism, Islamic mysticism and spirituality. Its lessons are universal.
The author presents select aspects of mystical wisdom from the teachings of the Naqshbandi Golden Chain lineage. The book is a compilation of talks given during the holy month of Ramadan, 30 days of abstention and focus on spiritual communion with the Creator.
Contrary to ill-founded doctrines of extremism, terrorism, and what is often portrayed in the media, Islam is based on peace: with blood relations, loved ones, colleagues, neighbors, communities and nations. However, one cannot establish peace unless one has peace in their heart. Today the world is in a perpetual state of chaos and unprecedented upheaval. Families are uprooted by social and political crises, poverty has spread worldwide, and corruption is rampant. How can peace coexist in such a negative environment? Based on traditional Islamic source texts-the Holy Qu'ran, the Holy Traditions (hadith) and opinions of venerated scholars throughout history-"The Peacemakers As Taught in Classical Islam" examines what real peace is, how to acquire it, who the genuine peacemakers are and how to benefit from them.
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