Admonition for the Neglectful
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Admonition for the Neglectful (Tanbihul Ghafileen) is a renowned Islamic text authored by Faqih Abu Lais Samarqandi (r.a), a prominent scholar of the 4th century Hijri. The book serves as a spiritual guide, offering counsel to those who have become heedless of their religious duties. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, repentance, and the pursuit of righteousness.
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