Kitab Adab al-Dunya w'al-Din (The Ethics of Religion and of this World) by Abu al-Hasan Ali Ibn Muhammad Ibn Habib al-Mawardi is a highly influential and thought-provoking work that delves into the importance of ethics in both religious and secular aspects of life.
Al-Mawardi's treatise is divided into two main sections, with the first focusing on the importance of ethics and morality in religious practice, while the second part explores the ethical principles that should govern interactions in the secular world. Through a combination of moral anecdotes, teachings from Islamic scholars, and relevant Quranic verses, al-Mawardi presents a comprehensive guide on how individuals can lead a life that is both spiritually fulfilling and morally upright.
One of the key strengths of this book is its accessibility and practicality. Al-Mawardi's writing is clear and concise, making complex ethical concepts easy to grasp for readers of all backgrounds. Additionally, the author provides concrete examples and scenarios to illustrate his points, allowing readers to apply these teachings to their own lives.
Overall, Kitab Adab al-Dunya w'al-Din is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of ethics and morality in both religious and worldly contexts. Al-Mawardi's insights are timeless and continue to resonate with readers today, making this book a must-read for those interested in personal and spiritual growth.
Book Description:
Al-Mawardi (Alboacen) was one of the famous Islamic authors and jurists. He was a well-known man in the “Abbassid” empire—a mature thinker who left a legacy of many excellent books which represent Islamic culture. He lived at a time when the “Abbasid” empire was in highly advanced state, scientifically and culturally. The book is divided into five chapters; the first chapter: ‘Virtue of the Intellect and Censure of Immoral Desires’ is a philosophical look includes Islamic and non-Islamic opinions. It could be considered an introduction to Chapter 4 “Ethics of Life” which is an economic and social context more or less close to Ibn- Khuldoon in his introduction. The second chapter: “Ethics of Knowledge” is devoted to pure Islamic subjects which reflect the views of Muslims thoughout the generations, since lifetime of the Messenger, peace be upon him, up until the author’s days. The third chapter, “Ethics of Religion”, and the fifth, “Ethics of the Spirit”, are a mixture of religious, Islamic points of view and logical concepts that add the fourth dimension to life, which is the metaphysical dimension, that supports the material, social and political aspects of life.
