The Tranquility of the Heart — Abu Hamid Al Ghazali | Al Bouraq Editions

Presentation

Extracted from the monumental work Revivification of the Sciences of Religion, this selection of texts by Al-Ghazâlî constitutes a genuine spiritual guide to purify the soul and soothe the heart. Through universal and deeply human themes, the author invites the reader on an inner journey toward Islamic wisdom. An essential book for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual life and cultivate inner serenity.

Content

• Jealousy and its remedies: understanding and combating this inner evil that gnaws at the soul
• The blame of the world and avarice: reflections on detachment from material goods and greed
• Fear, poverty and asceticism: the virtue of renunciation and reverent fear of God
• Monotheism and trust in God: deepening tawakkul and divine unity in daily life
• Love, humility and contentment: cultivating the spiritual stations that bring one closer to God
• Intention, purity and meditation: sincerity of actions, inner purification and spiritual contemplation

For whom?

This work is addressed to any Muslim adult wishing to deepen their spirituality and work on the purification of their soul (tazkiyat an-nafs). It is particularly suited to French-speaking readers attracted to classical Islamic spirituality, students of religious sciences, as well as anyone seeking inner serenity and meaning in their daily practice.

The author

Abu Hamid Al-Ghazâlî (1058–1111) is one of the greatest theologians, philosophers and mystics of Islam. Nicknamed Hujjat al-Islam (the Proof of Islam), he exercised considerable influence on medieval and contemporary Islamic thought. His masterwork, Ihyâ' 'Ulûm ad-Dîn (Revivification of the Sciences of Religion), remains to this day an essential reference for Islamic spirituality and ethics.

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