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Ghazali’s The Beginning of Guidance (Bidayat al-Hidaya)

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Author(s)	Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali
Editor(s)	Shaykh Dr Abdur-Rahman Ibn Yusuf Mangera
Translator(s)	Mashhad Al-Allaf
Publisher(s)	White Thread Press
Pages	176

Imam Ghazali’s Bidayat al-Hidaya (The Beginning of Guidance) is a highly motivational manual detailing the fundamentals of acquiring guidance through God-consciousness (taqwa). Imam Ghazali argues that just as there is an end to this noble objective there is also a beginning to it, which must be made firm for one to achieve success.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Imam Ghazali's "Beginning of Guidance" (Bidayat al-Hidaya) about?

It's a classic motivational manual detailing how to acquire guidance through God-consciousness (Taqwa), structured as a practical daily timetable covering obedience, avoiding sin, and proper etiquette.

2. Who wrote "Bidayat al-Hidaya"?

The original text was written by the renowned Islamic scholar Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali.

3. What are the main sections of this book?

The book is divided into three main sections: acts of obedience, refraining from disobedience, and the etiquette of companionship with God and His creation.

4. Is this book suitable for beginners in Islamic practice?

Yes, it details the fundamentals of acquiring guidance and is considered an introduction to Imam Ghazali's larger works, making it suitable for those seeking a firm beginning in piety.

5. Does this edition include the original Arabic text?

Yes, this edition published by White Thread Press includes the complete Arabic text alongside the English translation, notes, and transliteration for supplications.

6. Who translated and edited this specific edition?

This edition was translated by Mashhad Al-Allaf and edited by Shaykh Dr Abdur-Rahman Ibn Yusuf Mangera.

7. What is the core message of "The Beginning of Guidance"?

The core message is that true guidance is achieved through developing God-consciousness (Taqwa), which requires adherence to obedience, avoidance of sin, and proper conduct in all relationships.