Riyad as-Salihin

"Riyadh As-Salihin from the words of the Master of the Messengers" is a book that combines the knowledge of Hadith and moral refinement. It was authored by Imam An-Nawawi with the aim of collecting authentic Hadiths that call to goodness and Islamic manners, and guide to the Hereafter. The book is not limited to merely collecting Hadiths, but is distinguished by its unique systematic style, where the author arranges the Hadiths into chapters and sections, each with a title indicating its subject, such as: "Chapter of Patience," "Chapter of Certainty and Trust," "Chapter of Vigilance," and so on. Main contents of the book: Acts of worship: It gathers Hadiths related to prayer, fasting, Hajj, Zakat, and the virtue of each. Morals and manners: It discusses Hadiths on topics such as honesty, loyalty, modesty, humility, good character, manners of eating and drinking, hospitality, travel, and others. Social dealings: It contains Hadiths related to kinship, obeying parents, the rights of neighbors, the sanctity of Muslims, and the virtue of visiting the sick. Encouragement and warning: It includes chapters on Hadiths encouraging Paradise and warning of Hell, as well as Hadiths about repentance, seeking forgiveness, and the virtue of remembrance. Importance of the book: Ease of access: The book features a clear and simple style, making it suitable for the ordinary Muslim and students of knowledge alike. Comprehensiveness of topics: It covers most aspects needed by Muslims in their daily lives, whether in acts of worship, dealings, or morals. Wide acceptance: The book has received immense acceptance from scholars and the general public over the ages, and has become read and studied in mosques, homes, and Islamic schools worldwide.