How Will Traders Go to Paradise? is a concise guide that delves into the ethical and spiritual dimensions of trading in Islam. Authored by Muhammad Irshad Qasmi and translated by Mufti Afzal Hoosen Elias, the book emphasizes that adherence to Shariah principles in business dealings is paramount. It underscores the importance of honesty, fairness, and integrity in trade, aligning one’s professional conduct with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The book serves as a reminder that success in the Hereafter is intertwined with righteous actions in this world, including one’s approach to commerce.

“Ibn Arabi: The Voyage of No Return” by Claude Addas is a concise and insightful introduction to the life and thought of Ibn Arabi, one of the most influential Sufi mystics. The book traces the major events of Ibn Arabi’s life, including his conversion to Sufism, his extensive travels across Andalusia, the Maghreb, and the Middle East, and his encounters with various saints and scholars of his time. Addas delves into Ibn Arabi’s profound spiritual experiences and his contributions to Sufi philosophy, particularly his doctrines on prophethood, sainthood, the ‘unicity of Being’, and the ‘imaginal world’. The second edition of the book includes a new preface and an updated bibliography, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Ibn Arabi’s legacy and his enduring influence on Islamic mysticism.

“Ibn Khaldun on Sufism: Remedy for the Questioner in Search of Answers” is the first-ever English translation of Ibn Khaldun’s treatise Shifa’ al-Sa’il li-Tahdhib al-Masa’il. In this work, Ibn Khaldun addresses a prevalent debate in fourteenth-century Andalusia regarding the necessity of a spiritual guide (shaykh) for the Sufi path. He examines whether reliance on written texts suffices for spiritual guidance or if direct mentorship is essential

The treatise delves into the nature of Sufism, its practices, and its role within Islamic spirituality. Ibn Khaldun, renowned for his contributions to sociology and historiography, applies his analytical acumen to assess the legitimacy and requirements of the Sufi tradition. His insights offer a nuanced understanding of Sufism’s place in Islamic thought and practice

This translation by Yumna Ozer provides readers with access to Ibn Khaldun’s perspectives on Sufism, shedding light on his views and the intellectual milieu of his time.