Religion (GR)

“SPLENDID . . . Eminently sane and patient . . . Essential reading for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike.” –The Washington Post Venerated for millennia by three faiths, torn by irreconcilable conflict, conquered, rebuilt, and mourned for again and again, Jerusalem is a sacred city whose very sacredness has engendered...

An original presentation of the history and practice of mindfulness drawn from the teachings of eminent Mahayana Buddhist masters. Until now, mindfulness in the West has mainly been taught and practiced based on the Theravada Buddhist tradition. This book offers the first comprehensive exploration of the subject based on Mahayana...

Learn everything you need to know about Buddhism in this clear and straightforward new guide. Buddhism was founded thousands of years ago, and has inspired millions of people with its peaceful teachings. Buddhism 101 highlights and explains the central concepts of Buddhism to the modern reader, with information on mindfulness, karma, The...

  Intellectuals in Developing Societies was first published in 1977, alongside The Myth of the Lazy Native. It was written after Syed Hussein Alatas’ withdrawal from active politics. Alatas’ experience as the national chairperson of Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia and presence in the Senate in brought him face-to-face with problems...

  Discover the tranquil wisdom of Chomei's 13th-century masterpiece, Hojoki, as it unveils the beauty of imperfection and the serenity of a simple life amidst the chaos of existence.   Hojoki is an introspective poem written in the 13th century by the enigmatic Japanese hermit Kamo no Chomei, who as...

What is meditation, and how do we practice it?In The Power of Meditation, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, beloved teacher and co-founder of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, offers clear explanations and instructions for the life-changing practice of meditation.From preparatory procedures, such as selecting a space and adopting the...

Syuhada’ Di Bumi Barakah Al-Quds adalah siri pertama kompilasi para syuhada yang telah menggadaikan jiwa dan harta mereka bagi membebaskan bumi barakah Palestin. Semua para syuhada ini adalah merupakan para pimpinan dalam Hamas dan Briged Izzudin Al-Qassam. Walau bagaimanapun buku ini dimulakan dengan tokoh syuhada yang pertama yang telah meletakkan...

Travelog ini adalah hasil daripada refleksi peribadi Dr. Zulkifli Hasan terhadap persekitaran, keadaan, suasana termasuk emosi dan perasaan semasa kembara ilmu, dakwah dan spiritual. Secara khusus ia melibatkan destinasi Mekah - Madinah - Gaza - Kaherah - Rafah - Alexandria - Zagazig - Tokyo - Kyoto -Sendai - New York...

In the aftermath of a family tragedy, two cousins, Iskandar and Indra, embark on separate journeys in Jordan. Iskandar yearns to atone for his sins by returning to Islam, whereas Indra wants to fulfil his father and grandfather’s wishes by continuing his religious education. In Jordan, they encounter the two...

An anthology of unbroken verses that celebrates hope and healing. The Maverick Dervish is a soul-stirring anthology of unbroken verses that delve deep into the mysteries of spirituality.Crafted in rich mystical imagery, Jaihoon weaves a tapestry of lyrical beauty that celebrates the power of hope and healing,inspiring readers to embrace their...

"The term 'heart' has a primal position in the vocabulary of Muslim religious teachers and in that of the philosophers. The term is used in Islam for the seat of intellectual and emotional life. In this treatise, al-Ghazali unravels its wonders and secrets, achieving his desired end - to lead...

Ma‘ārij is not completely different in substance, vocabulary and/or style from some other writings by al-Ghazali. Most of his The Wonders of the Heart (Ajā’ib al-Qalb), for instance, is almost identical with most of the first half of the book.In a general way it can be considered as a somewhat...

“Can those populating the non-West synthesize their identities, culture, set of values and understanding of history with the all-powerful narrative of a Western world whose economy is capitalist, politics is liberal; and where the banner of the achievement oriented individual is highest?Do the conditions and challenges of overpopulation, poverty and...

What is the beginning and end of this universe? Is there a life after death? And, if there is, what sort of a life is it? These are some of the fundamental questions common to religion, philosophy and civilization. In searching for an answer to these questions, the author discussed...

In a series of personal and insightful letters to his sons, Omar Saif Ghobash offers a vital manifesto that tackles the dilemmas facing not only young Muslims but everyone navigating the complexities of today's world. Full of wisdom and thoughtful reflections on faith, culture and society. This is a courageous...

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of A History of the Bible, this is the story of how the Bible has been translated, and why it matters The Bible is held to be both universal and specific, the source of fundamental truths inscribed in words that are exact and sacred....

By dipping into this little book of simple Zen Buddhist sayings, you can calm your anxiety and return serenity to your soul. Are you feeling stress and anxiety from the demands of daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your to-do list and the constant deluge of information from all...

For those searching for mindful moments or for a more engaged way of navigating life in the twenty-first century, Buddhism for Beginners opens the door to understanding Buddhism's key concepts and practices. The authors tap into their years of training and study in meditation, martial arts and Eastern philosophy to...

Aichan sangka, dia dan Mama akan tinggal berdua selama-lamanya. Aichan suka melihat Mama yang semakin bahagia walaupun telah berpisah dengan Papa. Sehinggalah pada suatu hari... “Aichan, macam mana kalau Uncle Arif jadi Papa baru Aichan?” “Hah? Uncle yang ada anak perempuan seorang tu ke?” Bermulalah pengembaraan Aichan untuk mengenali makanan...

Sebulan dengan keluarga baru, Aichan mula selesa dan bersemangat untuk belajar tentang Islam daripada Papa dan Mama, terutamanya kakak tiri Aichan, Sarah. Ditambah pula dengan Ramadan yang semakin dekat, Sarah sangat bersemangat untuk berkongsi tentang Islam.Maka,Aichan pun terikut untuk berpuasa sekali buat kali pertama dalam hidupnya. “Aichan suka Sarah... tapi...