Advice and Admonitions is a translation of various statements of wisdom by Imam al-Ghazali. It contains three sections:
- Statements from sources such as The Revival Of The Religious Sciences, The Beginning of Guidance and other books.
- A translation of the treatise O Dear Loving Son which contains advice that every Muslim needs.
- Uncovering the Deception Of The Entire Creation which discloses a bad trait that has become so widespread it has affected most people.
Imam al-Ghazali was one of the most influential and active scholars of his era. His words of wisdom and attitude towards the world are truly captivating and inspiring. In this book you will find some of the insights of how Imam al-Ghazali practiced and understood Islam as described under various topics.
Taking lessons from the words of pious scholars who acted upon their knowledge is one of the best methods for a Muslim who is striving for self-improvement. Our Du’a is that Allah, the one who turns hearts, changes our hearts towards being conscious of Him in all aspects of daily life after reading this book.
I ask Allah to make this simple endeavour a source of pleasure for us all and a source of success in the Hereafter. Amin.
