🌟📚 Step into the world of spiritual enlightenment with Chillbooks as we present “The Beginning of Guidance” by Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali. This audiobook experience is more than just listening—it’s a journey into the heart of Islamic ethics and personal development, all while being surrounded by soothing music and serene visuals.
Allow Al-Ghazali’s timeless wisdom to guide you on the path of righteousness, offering practical advice on how to live a life of moral integrity and spiritual awareness.
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Original Arabic text: https://ar.wikisource.org/wiki/بداية_الهداية
🔖 About “The Beginning of Guidance”
“The Beginning of Guidance” (Bidayat al-Hidaya) is one of Al-Ghazali’s essential works, offering clear and practical advice for those embarking on the path of spiritual and ethical improvement. It is a guide for those who seek to align their actions with their faith, providing instructions on daily worship, self-discipline, and ethical conduct.
🎵 A Harmony of Devotion and Calm
Our carefully selected background music provides a peaceful ambiance that complements the profound teachings of Al-Ghazali. This serene soundscape enhances the listening experience, allowing you to absorb the guidance in a state of tranquility.
🌅 Visual Serenity
Accompanying the narration are thoughtfully chosen visuals that bring the teachings to life.
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Timestamps:
00:00 The Beginning of Guidance by Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali
00:05 The Sermon of the book
06:54 The First Section: on Avoiding Sins
08:38 Etiquettes of the Eye
09:06 Etiquettes of the Ear
09:48 Etiquettes of the Tongue
18:59 Etiquette of the Stomach
21:14 Etiquette of the Private Parts
21:47 Etiquette of the Hands
22:10 Etiquette of the Feet
25:57 On Avoiding Heart Sins
29:16 On Vanity, Arrogance, and Boasting
40:41 The Second Section: On the Etiquettes of Companionship
40:49 The etiquettes of companionship with God Almighty
42:34 Etiquettes for the Scholar
43:48 Etiquettes for the Learner
44:44 Etiquettes for a Child Towards Their Parents
45:21 Categories of People in Relation to an Individual
45:35 Etiquettes for Interacting with Common Unknown People
46:02 Etiquettes of Friendship and Companionship
53:55 The Etiquette of Relationship with Acquaintances
1:01:48 The Third Section: On Obedience
1:03:51 Chapter on the Etiquette of Waking Up from Sleep
1:05:20 Chapter on the Etiquette of Entering the Toilet
1:07:31 Chapter on the Etiquette of Ablution
1:14:48 Etiquette of Ghusl (Ritual Bath)
1:16:17 Etiquette of Tayammum (Dry Ablution)
1:17:29 Etiquette of Going to the Mosque
1:18:42 Etiquette of Entering the Mosque
1:31:04 Etiquette from Sunrise to Midday
1:38:07 Etiquette for Preparing for Other Prayers
1:44:27 Etiquette of Sleeping
1:49:05 Etiquette of Prayer
1:58:36 Etiquette of Leading Prayer and Following the Imam
2:02:33 Etiquette of Friday Prayers
2:08:11 Etiquette of Fasting
2:12:01 Conclusion
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