Description This book is a compilation of some of the wise sayings of the prophet (s), of the companions, and of the pious predecessors and ascetics. Reflecting on these wise sayings and heeding these counsels will assist in infusing us with the requisite awareness and fervour to prepare for the Day of Judgement. Verily, we are all in need of such counsel, for our Day of Judgement begins not when the world ends, but when our life comes to an end – which is indeed imminent – as the Prophet stated. The author has divided the book in a rare and unique format. All the sayings are in fact practical advice of preparing for the Hereafter. It is full of wisdom and gems and an absolute must every Islamic household. Every chapter commences with the Blessed Hadith of the Prophet (SAW), then the statement of the Khulafa e Rashiden, Sahabah, Tabien and other earlier Well known Muslim Personalities (Salaf as Saleheen, or Saints). Some Excerpts: Counsel in threes: It has been reported that the Prophet (s) said, ‘The one who wakes up in the morning and complains about the scarcity of livelihood, it is as though he is complaining against his Lord. The one who wakes up and is sad over the affairs of the dunya, is as though he has woken up angry with Allah. And the one who humbles himself in front of a rich man because of his wealth will have lost two thirds of his Religion.” Umar ibn al-Khattab said, ‘Good interaction with people is half of intelligence, good questioning is half of knowledge, and good Planning is Half of subsistence’ – Preparation for the day of Judgement (Imam Ibn Hajjar al-Asqalani) Author: Abul Fadl Shihab al-Din Ahmad ibn Ali al-Kannani al-Asqalani
