Living in Allah's Presence: Aspects of Islamic Spirituality

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Living in Allah's Presence: Aspects of Islamic Spirituality

This book introduces the natural human characteristics (fitrah) that are universally considered to be praiseworthy. In the Qur'an, Islam is referred to as al-din al-fitrah, meaning that the human being is, by his very nature, inclined to submit to the will of Allah, and is inclined towards goodness.

The Qur'anic concepts like sincerity, truthfulness, humility, morality, modesty and steadfastness underpin the Islamic value system.

The reflections on these key concepts presented in this book guide the reader towards moral excellence and self-purification, which if achieved lead to the establishment of justice, living a life in Allah's Presence and building a true relationship with Him, striving to fulfill His Will on earth and seeking His Pleasure in the afterlife.

A collection of insightful reflections on Islamic spirituality that covers: intention, sincerity, reliance, fear and God-consciousness.

About The Author

Abdur Rashid Siddiqui was born in Bombay, India in 1932. He studied Economics, Politics and Law at the University of Bombay before coming to the UK to complete his postgraduate studies in Librarianship in London. He briefly worked at Liverpool Public Library before joining the University of Leicester in 1966, working as a senior librarian until his retirement in 1997. He also served as a Muslim Chaplain at the University and delivered Friday Khutbahs on a range of topics, which were later compiled by himself in his Book Lift Up Your Hears (in two volumes). He was elected an Associate of the Library Association.

He also engaged himself in the community work soon after arriving in the UK, playing a leading role in a number of organisations including the UK Islamic Mission, Muslim Council of Britain and the Islamic Society of Britain. Developing governance documents and policies was his major contribution.