This book is a translation of an extract from Jawahir al-Bihar fi Fada'il al-Nabi al-Mukhtar ﷺ by al-Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il al-Nabhani on the virtues and specialties of the Chosen Prophet ﷺ based on the writing of al-Imam Shihab al-Din al-Qastallani in his book, al-Mawahib al-Ladunniyah.
This book embarks on a journey to uncover the virtues and specialties of the Prophet ﷺ from pre-eternity to eternity, beginning with the sacred creation of al-Haqiqah al-Muhammadiyah, or the Muhammadan Reality, from which Allah ﷻ created the kingdom of the skies and the earth.
The central theme of this book thereafter explores the unique specialties of the Chosen Prophet ﷺ in chronological order; starting from the beginning of his creation and the beginning of his Prophethood even before Adam the father of mankind was brought to life, and concluding with his eternal virtues and honours in Paradise.
Other major scopes in this book are the specialties of the Muhammadan Ummah, evidence of his Prophethood ﷺ, Quranic verses about his great status, the obligation to love him and follow his Sunnah, and his superiority in the hereafter.
All in all, this book serves as a concise yet comprehensive literary work on the perfections of the Prophet ﷺ through the lens of al-Imam al-Qastallani, and offers a deeper insight into his virtues and specialties ﷺ as compared to previous translation works published by Syaafi Publications.
About the Author:
Al-Imam Shihab al-Din al-Qastallani
Al-Imam al-Qastallani (851H-923H) was a scholar in various fields of Islamic knowledge, especially Hadith, Quranic recitation and Islamic jurisprudence. He memorised the Quran, learnt the seven Qira’at and acquired knowledge by learning from scholars in his era. He wrote at least 20 over books, including al-Mawahib al-Ladunniyah which was arguably his greatest writing. As a renowned scholar of Hadith, he also wrote an exposition of Sahih al-Bukhari and an exposition of Sahih Muslim.
About the Compiler:
Yusuf ibn Isma'il al-Nabhani
Al-Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il al-Nabhani (1849-1932) was from the Levant and was a scholar in many disciplines such as Islamic Jurisprudence and Sufism. He served as Chief Justice of the Court of Human Rights in Beirut for over 20 years and was devoted to knowledge, literature, composing poems and writing books, especially in defence of his beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
About the Translator:
Muhammad Zulhikam Jamil
Muhammad Zulhikam Jamil is a freelance Arabic-to-English and Arabic-to-Malay script translator particularly in the field of Islamic knowledge with an experience of over 15 years. Majority of his translation works stem from his interest in themes relating to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Our Previous Publications
This book aims to affirm the reality of the great miracle of al-Isra’ wal-Mi’raj by strongly emphasising that the journey was an action by Allah ﷻ, not a dream but a reality that occurred with the Prophet’s body and soul ﷺ.
At the same time, the book turns our attention to the exalted status of the Prophet ﷺ who reached a position unattainable even by the closest angel to Allah as he ascended beyond Sidrah al-Muntaha.
By studying this book, readers can further reinforce their belief in the divine will and absolute power of Allah ﷻ, and strengthen their conviction in the eminent position, amazing miracles and undeniable truth of His Messenger ﷺ.
This book compiles the Quranic exegesis of al-Shaykh Fakhr al-Din al-Razi with regard to the virtues of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – especially in terms of his Prophethood ﷺ.
This book highlights the evidences that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is better than all the other Prophets, his great moral characters of gentleness, compassion and mercy, and the abundant gifts and abundant goodness granted by Allah ﷻ to him ﷺ.
One of the best ways for a Muslim to understand the Quran is by studying the books of Quranic exegesis by the great scholars of the Muslim Ummah. Therefore, this book serves to aid readers in understanding the Quran with regard to the virtues of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
This book is very rich in Quranic verses, Prophetic Hadiths and narrations about the noble virtues of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. These include - but are not limited to - his existence as mercy for the worlds, the greatness of his status, the precedence of his Prophethood before the Prophets’, his intercession for his Ummah, his noble characters and characteristics, his superiority over the Prophets, and his marvellous miracles ﷺ.
The scope of this book covers the most basic knowledge and the most fundamental information about the virtues and specialties of the Prophet ﷺ that are essential for a Muslim's principles of faith in him ﷺ.
The author said in the introduction of this book, “My dear Muslim brothers who love the Prophet and who wish for Salawat upon him, help yourself with this book for the sake of salvation in your religion and your world. Regardless of how much you seek, you would almost certainly not find any compilation of a book like this.”
This book cites close to a hundred Prophetic Hadiths, mostly on the motivation and encouragement to Salawat abundantly, especially on Fridays, in order to obtain abundant and important benefits in both this world and the hereafter.
Book Club by Syaafi Publications
We have launched our own book club in June 2025!
Our book club – in collaboration with Mihwar LLP – aims to allow readers to learn more about our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and deepen our love for him through relaxed discussions within a casual space for readers to share insights, learn from each other, and connect with like-minded people.
Details:
🕰 Day/Time: Friday, 8.30pm-10.00pm (SG time)
📅 Frequency: Once a month (last Friday of the month, by default)
📍 Mode: Virtual via Zoom
💲 Free of charge!
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