Ascent To Felicity

Synopsis

Ascent to Felicity is a classical manual on Islamic creed and Hanafi jurisprudence written by Abu’l-Ikhlas al-Shurunbulali, a renowned 11th-century Hanafi scholar. The book is a concise yet comprehensive primer that covers all five pillars of Islam, including:

• Creed (Aqidah)
• Worship (Ibadah)
• Slaughtering
• Ritual sacrifice
• Hunting

The text also delves into the etiquette of visiting the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in Medina and provides appendices with supplications related to the five pillars, along with English transliteration.

Key Features:

• A lapidary work of scholarship, characteristic of the Golden Age of Islam
• Clear and concise explanations of complex theological concepts
• Insightful explanatory notes by the translator, Faraz A. Khan
• Coverage of grave, hereafter, and Day of Judgment
• Recommended as a reference for questions about salaat and sawm (prayer and fasting)

This book is used and in excellent condition!