The "Islamic Studies" series of books by the prolific writer and scholar Dr. Bilal Philips are part of a meticulously written series intended to guide young Muslims in a manner that helps them acquire a thorough practical and spiritual foundation. This series have been generally acknowledged as an excellent introduction set to the principles of the Islamic faith, with core sciences discussed and explored, for both the new Muslim as well as the "old" Muslim wishing to brush up on the fundamentals. The series equip the young believer with reliable information, based purely on the Qur'an and Sunnah, about the tenets of Islam as well as introduce him to some of the fundamental fields of learning, like the sciences of 'Aqidah, haddith, Tafsir, and Fiqh. These volumes dedicated to the understanding of Tawhid, Tafsir, Haddith and Fiqh for older students where each volume consists of number of lessons and tests. Dr. Bilal draws the student's attention to the world around him and compares and contrasts the wisdom of Allah with what is currently enacted or believed in today's society. An excellent curriculum which speaks to youth in the language and concepts they understand. The third in a series of 4 primarily books designed for high school (secondary) school students (ages 12-18) and to identify and build Islamic character, Islamic Studies Book 3, delves deeply into important details related to Tawheed (Islamic monotheism) and the pillars of prayer and fasting. The chapters about the Qur'an, specifically, impart upon the reader vital information that plants in the heart of the reader a newfound admiration and appreciation for the miracle and authenticity of the Noble Qur'an. Finally, this third book does also focus on four areas of Islamic knowledge: Aqidah, Tafsir, Haddith and Fiqh and is presented in simple language. It is also suitable for new-Muslims and adults seeking an easy explanation of the basic areas of Islamic disciplines. All texts are supported by evidence from the Quran and authentic haddith.

Building on the success of the elementary level series I Love Islam, this series offers an Islamic Studies course for Grades 6, 7 and 8, or comparable educational levels in informal educational settings. Fully colored pictures, illustrations and brilliant layout designs make studying Islam an exciting endeavor for students of this age group. The review sections encourage students to consolidate their knowledge and to analyze and discuss concepts.

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Each level in this curriculum begins with topics on Allah, the Qur’an, the Prophet (s), ahadith, or sunnah. The early levels emphasize the five pillars, while later levels contain more detailed studies.
In each level, several lessons are devoted to Islamic values to help children develop a sound understanding of Islamic manners, values, and morals. The lessons are designed so that teachers will have a clear path of instruction and can be covered within a 50-60 minute period. Emphasis on each lesson ensures valuable class time is not wasted.
Weekend Learning Series features a variety of activities, including word matching and scrambles, fill-in-the-blanks, and more. Teachers will appreciate lesson objectives at the beginning of each chapter, built-in homework sections, and vocabulary words at the end of each chapter.

Topics for level 8 include madhhabs, trials in life, friendships with non-Muslims, dating, duties towards parents, Islam for middle school students, some of the battles of the Prophet (s), the early history of Shi’ites and more. These topics are age-appropriate for students and encourage moral behavior when difficult situations present themselves. Some of these lessons require increased depth and attention from students. By this level a summarized biography of the Prophet (s) is completed with an understanding of events that shaped his life and early Islam. Students will then have studied biographies of most of the prominent prophets at least once.

For the first time, the Islamic sciences are put forth in a developed and methodical manner in a series produced and overseen by capable and respected authors and scholars. Enhanced by beautiful, expressive drawings which facilitate the teaching process, and even enable students to learn on their own. The series represents an important step in the field of Islamic studies. A key feature of the series is that the teacher can choose the appropriate level for students' abilities in reading comprehension and understanding.

The book seeks to present the scientific material in a brief and easy to read format. Emphasis is placed on the basic ideas of the Qur'an subjects. The chosen Ayaat is shown in each lesson without going into much detail, and is appropriate for the level of the student.

In order to stimulate student thinking, some lessons include constructive activities and conclusions. We believe that these activities will convey to students important ideas and meanings found in the Ayaat.

This complete Islamic learning series of specialized subjects is directed to children 6 to 16 years of age. It uses a methodical style in presenting and connecting the subject’s information, and includes all Islamic teachings from the Prophet's biography, stories from the Qur'an, and stories of the companions and followers. In addition to learning the Qur'an and Al Hadeeth Al Nabawi Al Shareef doctrine, each book contains twenty different titles written by the top scientists and educational experts in the various Islamic learning fields.

The learning materials included in each book are reinforced by attractive colors and expressive drawings, designed to excite the reader and hold their attention. Each lesson also ends with a number of activities and different questions. This series can be taught in the private schools of Islamic communities, in summer clubs, and in centers for memorizing the Holy Qur'an.

This book is a useful curriculum for schools teaching the interpretation of the whole Qur’an. The authors followed one systematic, closed, and gradual method while they interpreted the Qur’an. Here are some points that were followed:

• Clear and simple sentences appropriate to students’ ages and levels
• Each lesson begins with new and previous vocabulary words that students need to know while learning the meanings of the Qur’an
• Brief introductions explains general ideas for each Surah
• Interpretation for each Surah in direct language
• Provides a connection between previous Surahs and upcoming ones
• Provides one interpretation that most interpreters agree on with careful avoidance of weak and multi-interpretations
• Follows the predecessor method while interpreting Allah’s character verses
• Provides several enrichment activities that aim to stimulate students while searching and thinking of Surahs’ meanings; thus, these activities keep information fresh in the minds of students while they discuss the results with teachers
• Provides each Surah with significant lessons for teachers to bridge the connection between each theme and its related verse. This is useful to guide students and deepen their Islamic morals
• Each lesson ends with multiple questions which aim to evaluate student comprehension
• Provides foot notes of sayings, narrations, events, or ahaddith related to the lesson theme which enriches students’ knowledge
• Provides only Al-Sahih ahaddith, plus mentions the group of ahadith reporters and the history behind each Sarah’s revelation

Vol. 6: Surahs Al-Kahf, Maryam, Taha, Al-Anbiya, Al-Hajj, Al-Mu'minoon and An-Noor

This is a current expanded, revised edition of the author's original work. This book presents a detailed explanation of the classical Islamic concept of God's unity as it relates to faith and acts of religious devotion. It also discusses the major areas within which the Islamic unitarian belief (tawheed) is either nullified or compromised by idolatrous concepts collectively called shirk. The uniqueness of this work lies not only in its thorough treatment of the subject in a fluid and uncomplicated English style, but is also unique in its modern presentation of classical theological issues.

True faith of a standard acceptable to Allah has to be based on tawhid free from shirk, as stated in the Qur'an and ahaddith and outlined in detail in the preceding chapters. Anything less than that represents an aspect of idolatry and or disbelief, regardless of how firmly those who join partners with God profess their faith in Him or how skillfully they rationalize their unsanctioned practices. Allah's unity must he maintained spiritually, intellectually, and practically in all facets of human life within which the pleasure of God is sought. Monotheism, as brought by the Prophets of God, was not merely a theory to be philosophically appreciated or emotionally championed, but a pragmatic blueprint for human existence in submission to the will of Almighty God, Allah. The significance of this fact lies in the purpose of man's creation. Allah said: "I only created the jinn and man for my worship" (Qur'an 51: 56).

The creation of man is itself a manifestation of Allah's perfect attributes. He is the Creator (al-Khaliq), and thus man was brought into existence from non-existence. He is the Most Merciful (ar-Rahman), and thus the pleasures of this world were granted to him. He is the Most Wise (al-Hakeem), and thus He prohibited the substances and acts which are harmful to man while allowing those which are not. He is the Most Forgiving (al-Ghafoor), and thus He pardons those who turn to Him in sincere repentance.

Abu Ayyub and Abu Hurayrah both reported that the Prophet (s) said: "If you did not commit sins, Allah would have swept you out of existence and replaced you by another people who would commit sins, ask Allah's forgiveness, and He would pardon them." Similarly all of the other divine attributes are manifest in man's creation by God's will. On the other hand, man's worship of God is for his own benefit, as Allah is in no need of man's worship. In the worship of God man realizes both his material and spiritual potential for all aspects of goodness and thereby earns for himself the everlasting abode of bliss at the end of this brief earthly journey. Consequently, the Godly way of life, Islam, provides a means of turning each and every human act, no matter how insignificant or mundane it may seem, into an act of worship. As long as the following two basic conditions are fulfilled:

1. The act must be consciously done for the pleasure of God alone and,
2. To be done according to the Sunnah of the Messenger of Allah (s) man's whole life can enter completely into the service of Allah, as He prescribed.

"Say: 'Truly, my prayer my sacrifice, my life and my death are all for Allah, Lord of all the worlds'” (Qur'an 6: 162). Such a state can only be attained through the knowledge of tawhid and its careful, conscious implementation according to the methodology taught by the final Prophet of God, Muhammad Ibn 'Abdullah (s). Thus, it is the duty of every sincere believer in God to put aside his or her cultural experiences and emotional ties to family, tribe or nation, and acquire a working knowledge of tawhid, the foundation of faith. For it is only in the application of that knowledge that man may achieve salvation.