The Sayings and Wisdom of Imam Ali

wisdom. its worth the money spent.

Better than expected!

Back cover info: Imam Ali who was the cousin of the Prophet Muhammad was the first man to accept Islam, when he was still a young boy and for the next 23 years he was one of the Prophets closest companions. Imam Ali was constantly as the side of the Prophet, learnt from him and also married his daughter Fatima. the Prophet said of imam Ali: "I am the City of Knowledge and Ali is its gate".Although a great many of Imam Ali's sayings and letters were accurately remembered and recorded during his lifetime, they have until now remained virtually inaccessible to the English speaking world. This book is a selection of this great mans recorded sayings gathered together from authentic and reliable sources and arranged in easily accessible sections by Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri. A great effort has been made to remain true to the intended meaning of the original Arabic.Imam Ali possessed not only a profound understanding of the nature of existence, but also a deep and penetrating insight into the changeless condition of human nature. the clarity and relevance of imam Ali's words remain, therefore, as true today as when he first uttered them.the sayings and wisdom of Imam Ali transcend superficial differences, to reveal everlasting truths that can only serve to guide and illuminate the seeker and the traveller on his or her journey through life, as clearly, constantly and unerringly as the Pole star.Contents:IntroductionA short biography of Imam AliNotes on the textSourcesPART ONEAllah & the life transaction [religion] of Islam1- Allah2- Prophethood: The Message & Spiritual succesion3- The Promised Day4- Islam5- The Individual and the CreatorPART TWO6- Man & his characteristics7- Education& Conduct8- Good character & Courteous Behaviour9- Unpleasant & Objectionable Qualities10- Courtesy in society & having good relations11- Economics, Politics & Military ActionGlossary of Arabic terms

It is wonderful how simple wisdom crosses all boundaries of time and culture. Anyone can benefit from reading the 'camel wisdom' of this valiant and eloquent man who dared to speak and live and die for the truth, as he understood it.His voice stands the test of time and place, and sounds a clarion call to response-ability: clarity in and appropriate response to each moment as it meets you & not taking the next breath for granted. Read it. It is compelling.

A wonderful little book that is full of wisdom. It's a bit difficult to read in the style it was printed but I enjoyed it nonetheless and will be using it for reference and study in the future.

Love when things like this are in English! Thank you

Any book based on Imam Ali (as) or his sayings is a must have