In Islamic tradition, the family unit is of paramount importance in order to ensure a cohesive society exists. In this first ever publication of its kind in South Africa, the author, a leading Johannesburg-born Muslim scholar, expounds upon the social and moral issues that affect the daily lives of Muslims, bearing in mind the sacredness of keeping family ties intact. The rights of women in Islam, the regulations that govern child-care in a Muslim home, caring for and obedience to parents, the rights of the child as well as the parent, abortion and homosexuality are among the issues openly explored in this title, from the viewpoint of the four major schools of thought in Islam (Madha-hib). Interesting facets pertaining to the rights of animals, fauna and flora are also addressed from the Islamic perspective. Since the issues raised here are universal, this easy read will be of interest to any reader, irrespective of denomination.

Every Muslim is a congregant of some mosque and as a result becomes involved in its affairs either directly or indirectly. Since most mosques are governed by or have a Western-orientated constitution, this title examines its constitutionality from an Islamic perspective and assesses its validity as a guide to administer the affairs of a mosque. The author explains the Shariah's (Islamic Law) guide to good mosque governance, its laws and how to implement them. The principle of consultation (Shura) is impressed upon to be used, without fail, in all discussions, agreements and disagreements. The author uses practical examples from the sunnah (practices of the Prophet Muhammad) as historical background to the laws pertaining to mosques in Islam. In particular, an insight into the establishment of the four great mosques in Islam is provided. Guidance on how to appoint an Imam (religious leader), the etiquette in a mosque, financial administration of a mosque and the mosque as waqf (communal property) are among the issues expounded upon, from the viewpoint of the four major schools of thought in Islam (Madha-hib).

Islam places serious emphasis on the belief in what God (Allah) decrees. So when man is afflicted with calamities or has important decisions to make in life, who or what does he turn to? In today's world where the use of fortune-tellers, sorcery and witchcraft are so widespread, the author provides an insight into the clear direction Islam takes when it comes to using such avenues in one's daily existence, in terms of the choices we make and the beliefs or superstitions we almost deem as fact. The power of prayer to Allah, the knowledge of the unseen and astrology are among the issues explored in this publication.

Monotheism (Tauhid) – the Oneness of God (Allah) – is the very essence of Islam, encompassing the core belief system of a Muslim. This title explores, in detail, the concept of Islamic monotheism, what Allah can and cannot be, what it means to have faith (Iman) and to submit to that belief, how man's actions affect his reward and retribution in this world and the after-life. Deeper universal subjects that still perplex mankind such as fate and destiny and fate and divine decree are also explored - from an Islamic perspective. This study, which also details the historical background to the rise of certain sects in Islam, such as the Shias and Mutazilites, is certified and endorsed by the al-Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt, for its clarity of content.

For the Muslim reader, he details the laws and ramifications of inheritance according to the four major schools of thought (Madha-hib). Amongst the detail provided in this book is the inheritance of the unborn child as well as the Quranic texts on determining the shortest period of pregnancy, the decree of the inheritance of a missing person as well as that of the illegitimate child.

It is divided into du-‘as from the Qur’an, various Prophets including the Prophet Muhammad and those taught to the author, by his mentors; Shaykh Salih Abadie and Shaykh Shakir Gamieldien.


The author also provides insight into the importance of du-‘a’ as worship to ’Allah as well as guidelines for its recital and understanding His response.


A perfect gift for a loved one or new Muslim, the du-‘as are provided in Arabic, along with transliteration and English translation.