08 January 2026 / 19. Rajab 1447
Despite his great wisdom and fame as a leading scholar and revolutionary of thought in the history of the school of Tashayyu, few written works of Sheikh al-Mufid have survived the years.
One of his most famous works that has reached us is Al Amaali - a collection of talks that he gave over 8 years during the month of Ramadhan. Covering 42 sessions with his students, this book addresses a variety of issues important for any Muslim seeking to understand and appreciate his or her faith on a deeper level.
From akhlaq to aqaid, fiqh to philosophy, Al Amaali is filled with traditions and anecdotes that refresh the soul. A must-have for every household, you can get your hard copy from The World Federation Bookshop for £6.00 or download the e-book version onto your mobile reader from here for just £0.99.
Day Seven:
Its 11am here now and the temperature is at 40°. I have had a 5 hour sleep which should be good enough to get me going for what is my D Day today.
I come out of the tent and see people all dressed in white, some performing their wudhoo whilst some praying despite the intense heat. The Adhaan is then heard and everyone rushes to their tents to perform their prayers. Thereafter the whole place goes quiet.
As we enter Mahe Ramadan, take a moment to reflect on the spiritual importance of this month. Read this article to give you an insight into the significance of this holy month.
‘Therefore offer prayer for your Lord, and do the sacrifice.’ (Quran 108:2). ‘Qurbani’ is Arabic for ‘sacrifice’ of an animal (usually a cow, sheep or goat) in the way of Islam whose meat is then distributed among the deserving for consumption.
