Selections from the Garden of the Wise and the Meadow of the Virtuous | Islamic Morals & Manners

Selections from the Garden of the Wise and the Meadow of the Virtuous is a timeless classical work by Imam Abu Hatim Ibn Hibban (رحمه الله) that focuses on developing noble Islamic character and avoiding blameworthy traits. Based on the Qur'an, the authentic Sunnah, and the wisdom of the righteous predecessors (Salaf), this book provides practical guidance for every Muslim striving to improve their manners, faith, and conduct.

The author presents inspiring advice, authentic narrations, wise sayings, and beneficial poetry that encourage readers to cultivate virtues such as sincerity, patience, humility, honesty, generosity, and wisdom while warning against arrogance, envy, greed, and other destructive qualities. This carefully selected edition makes one of Ibn Hibban's most celebrated works accessible to English-speaking readers.

Whether you are a student of knowledge, teacher, or anyone seeking spiritual refinement, this book offers timeless lessons for strengthening faith and building excellent character according to authentic Islamic teachings.

Key Features

• Classical work on Islamic morals and manners (Akhlaq)
• Written by Imam Abu Hatim Ibn Hibban
• Based on the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah
• Explains praiseworthy and blameworthy characteristics
• Includes wisdom, narrations, and beneficial advice
• Excellent resource for personal spiritual development
• Suitable for students, teachers, and general readers

Authentic Statements Publications

• Imam Abu Hatim Ar-Razi

نقوم بشحن الطلبات مباشرة من مستودعاتنا في المملكة المتحدة والولايات المتحدة الأمريكية، ونقدم خيارات شحن متعددة لتناسب احتياجاتك. نحن نشحن بفخر إلى جميع أنحاء العالم.

عمليات التسليم في المملكة المتحدة (من مستودع المملكة المتحدة):

يصل الشحن القياسي عادةً في غضون 3-4 أيام عمل. يستغرق التسليم السريع 2-3 أيام عمل. نهدف إلى شحن الطلبات في نفس اليوم أو يوم العمل التالي، مع توفر خيارات التوصيل في اليوم التالي حيثما ينطبق ذلك.

عمليات التسليم في الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية (من مستودع الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية):

تصل الطلبات عادةً في غضون 4-7 أيام عمل.

أوروبا (يتم الشحن من المملكة المتحدة):

يستغرق التسليم القياسي حوالي 6-10 أيام عمل، مع توفر خدمات الشحن السريع في غضون 3-5 أيام عمل.

كندا:

الوقت المقدر للتسليم هو 5-10 أيام عمل.

الشحن في جميع أنحاء العالم:

تصل الطلبات الدولية بشكل عام في غضون 5-20 يوم عمل، اعتمادًا على الوجهة وطريقة الشحن المختارة.

للحصول على جداول زمنية دقيقة للتسليم بناءً على موقعك، يرجى الاتصال بنا عبر البريد الإلكتروني وسيقدم فريقنا معلومات مفصلة ومخصصة لعنوانك.

Contents
Brief Biography of Ibn Hibban
Introduction
The Advocation of Adhering to Intelligence & the Characteristics of the Wise Person
Rectification of the Inner Self by Taqwa (God Consciousness).... 18
The Importance of Knowledge & Persistence in Seeking It
The Importance of Silence & Guarding the Tongue
The Importance of Honesty & the Avoidance of Lying.
Encouragement of Modesty (Haya') & Departing from Impudence (Qubbah)
The Importance of Humility & Abstaining from Arrogance.
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The Preference of Endearing Yourself to the People Without Committing Sin
The Preference for Being Amiable with the People & Abstaining from Flattery
Encouragement to Refrain from Begging & Its Dislike Encouragement for Moderation.
The Preference for Spreading the Salin (Greetings of Peace) & Appearing Joyful & Smiling..
The Importance of Having Tewakkal in the One Who Provides Sustenance
The Types of Joking That are Permissible & the Types That are
Encouragement to Remain Accepting & Patient in Times of Adversity
Disliked
Encouragement to Pardon Those Who Harm You
The Preference for Withdrawing from the General People
Description of the Noble & the Blameworthy
The Preference of Brotherhood with Certain People
A Warning from Accepting the Word of a Slanderer
The Dislike of Being Hostile to People
The Preference for Accepting a Person's Excuse & Apology.
Encouragement for Accompanying Good People & the Warning from Accompanying Bad People
Encouragement for Keeping Secrets
The Dislike for a Lack of Reciprocation of Brotherly Love Between Brothers
Encouragement to Consult Others During Difficult Times
Encouragement to Advise Muslims.
Encouragement for Visiting Brothers & Honoring Them
Reproach for Boycotting Muslims.
The Description of the Foolish & Ignorant
Encouragement to be Tolerant in the Face of Harm
The Rebuke for Spying & Having Suspicious Thoughts Encouragement for the Wise Person to Avoid Desire
Encouragement for Forbearance & the Dislike for Being Hastest
Encouragement to Learn Etiquette & Eloquence.
The Rebuke of Jealousy & Hatred.
The Permissibility of Gathering Wealth for Someone Who Performs
Encouragement to Avoid Anger & the Dislike for Hastiness
its Obligations
A Warning From Expecting or Hoping for Something from People
Encouragement to Maintain Marab
(Manliness, Chivalry, etc.).