Nahjul Balagha: Peak of Eloquence [Paperback]

Ali ibn Abu-Talib (Author), Sayyid al-Sharif ar-Radi (Compiler), Yasin T. al-Jibouri (Editor), Martyr Murtadha Mutahhari (Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1996

The Prophet Muhammad referred to his eloquent son-in-law Ali as the “gate to the city of knowledge.” Peak of Eloquence, Nahjul Balagha, is both a compilation of Ali’s sermons, letters, and sayings and a glimpse into his personality. Compiled by Sayyid al-Sharif ar-Radi more than 1,000 years ago, it is considered a literary masterpiece and, by the Shia Muslims, the most valuable text after the Holy Qur’an.

Product Details

• Paperback: 680 pages
• Publisher: Tahrike Tarsile Qur'an; 7th edition (June 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940368420
• ISBN-13: 978-0940368422
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #97,562 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #1 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Islam > Hadith
  • #32 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Bible & Other Sacred Texts > Quran

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24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars second to none but the Quran, October 8, 2002

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This review is from: Peak of Eloquence Nahjul Balagha (Hardcover)

mohammed PBH called himself the city of knowledge, and ali AS its GATES. "whosoever wishes to enter the city, should enter through its gates".
this book is a window to the mind that was the "gate" of the city of knowledge. a must read not only for muslims, but those who search the meaning of life and wisdom.

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, October 5, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Nahjul Balagha: Peak of Eloquence (Paperback)

Whether you are a Sunni or a Shia, or whether you believe every word here to have been spoken by Hadrat Ali or not, it is undeniable that this collection of speeches and letters is saturated with widsom- which, according to a proverb found in this book, is the same no matter its source. The major themes running throughout these sermons are the deadly mirages and shortness of the present life compared to the infinite worth of the hereafter, the major need to work for it, and discourses about God, particularly His astonishing power as manifested through astonishing creations such as the peacock, locusts, bats... Other notable material included two touching prayers for rain, and a portrayal of the luminous qualities of a sober, self-fulfilled believer. The style throughout is highly eloquent and often philosophic, yet also extremely clear. There was also included a instructions to a governor for an ideal government which in their fairness, tolerance, and mercy could well be a guide for any Muslim nation today. I would recommend this book, particularly to non-Muslims who find it hard to believe that a volume of this size could be entirely about Islam, and yet with barely any reference to rules or regulations.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A treasure trove of knowledge!, April 7, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Nahjul Balagha: Peak of Eloquence (Paperback)

This book is one of the greatest literary masterpieces ever. From the details of the creation of the Universe to the day to day advice given by Imam Ali(A.S.), this book is a must read.