Ibn Daud - A Handbook of Spiritual Medicine

I will end this foreword with the words of Allāmah Shurunbulālī in his
discussion of purity in the book ‘Marāqiy Al-Falā#: a Commentary on Nur
Al-Ī}ā#’, “The outer purity will not be of benefit without the inner purity.”
Imām Shurunbulālī expresses with certainty that the practising Muslim
must perfect his outer purity (by means of water) in the act of washing in
accordance with the Sunnah of the Prophet , and he or she must seek to
attain inner purity by emulating the Sunnah of the Prophet in this inward
sphere also: this is done through remembrance of Allāh in all actions,
through deep inspection of one’s heart and soul, and through keeping
excellent company. Here, the believer is helped by the availability of the
written biographies and accounts of the Prophet and his Companions.
INTRODUCTION
Lastly, I ask Allāh for sincerity in deeds and action, and I ask Allāh that
He provides benefit through this book, and that He enables the guidance
and rectification of all who benefit from opening its pages. With Allāh’s
assistance, may we be blessed with steadfastness in religion, and toward
practice of the good character of the Prophet Mu#ammad . Āmīn.
Mohammed Wail Al-Hanbali Al-Hanafi Ad-Dimashqi
Istanbul, Turkey
Sha’bān 1441 (April 2020)
Do not forget me in your prayers.
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