The Best of Days

Discover the Spiritual Depths of Dhū al-Hijjah

Beyond the sacred month of Ramadān, the Islamic calendar also offers other periods of profound significance. Through this book, explore the immense blessings and opportunities for spiritual growth found in the sacred days from the month of Dhū al-Hijjah.

Whether or not this could be the year when one embarks on the pilgrimage to Makkah, these days offer all Muslims across the globe a unique second chance to draw closer to Allah each year, through increased worship, fasting, supplication, and dhikr.

‘The Best Days’ serves as an opportunity to deepen your faith and understanding with this insightful guide to one of Islam’s most sacred periods.

The discussions of Dhū al-Hijjah by the renowned scholar Ibn Rajab al-Hanbalī selected from his esteemed work, ‘Latā’if al-Ma‘ārif’, is brought to life through this translation, shedding light on the unparalleled merits of these days; the spiritual heights of the Day of ‘Arafah, the wisdoms behind the Festival of Sacrifice (‘Īd al-Adhā), and some of the various practices during the days of Tashrīq.