Virtues of al-Sham and Damascus

Imam Abu Al-Hasan ʿali Al-Maliki, Shams Tameez

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English

Imam Ghazali Publishing
18 February 2025

History of religion; Islam; Islamic theology

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Al-Shām, encompassing the modern regions of Syria, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, and neighboring areas, has long been revered as a land of immense spiritual and historical importance within the Islamic tradition. Drawing upon a wealth of reports and narrations, The Virtues of al-Shām & Damascus offers a glimpse of this sacred region's relevance and continued significance. This work situates al-Shām within the broader framework of Muslim belief and the Prophetic inheritance, examining the role of al-Shām as a central locus of faith, resilience, and divine blessing.

This work, known in Arabic as Faḍā'il al-Shām wa Dimashq, is a comprehensive collection of more than 100 reports that highlight the unique virtues of al-Shām, including its designation as a land of divine mercy, a refuge of the righteous, and a site of eschatological significance, as well as a land cherished by the Messenger of Allah

ﷺ, graced by angels, and preserved by the piety of its inhabitants.

Many of the reports discuss the historical dimensions and significance of this region, contextualizing its sanctity within the Quranic and Islamic corpus. It includes key reports emphasizing the region's prominence in Islamic eschatology as well as its pivotal role as a bastion of faith amidst tribulation. The Virtues of al-Shām & Damascus helps the reader to understand why this land has captivated the hearts of believers across centuries, and continues to do so today.

By: Imam Abu Al-Hasan ʿali Al-Maliki
Translated by: Shams Tameez
Imprint: Imam Ghazali Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 191g
ISBN: 9798348545741
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 18 February 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active