The Refinement of Character : An English translation of Tahdhib al-Akhlaq By Ahmad Ibn Muhammad al Miskawayh
ISBN: 9781567447163
Author: Ahmad Ibn Muhammad al Miskawayh
Binding: Softcover
Pages: 254
Size: 5.8 x 8.3 inches
Publication Year: 2003
Description
About This Book:
Ahmad Ibn Muhammad al-Miskawayh's "The Refinement of Character: An English Translation of Tahdhib al-Akhlaq" is a thorough analysis of the ideas of ethical refinement and moral conduct in Islam. This English translation opens a doorway into al-Miskawayh's timeless wisdom in "Tahdhib al-Akhlaq," providing readers with a path to establishing virtuous character and noble traits in their pursuit of spiritual excellence.
Ethical Refinement at its Core
"The Refinement of Character" begins by defining ethical refinement in Islam. Readers acquire insights into the fundamental principles that support the development of noble character, as they investigate the wisdom and guidance embedded in al-Miskawayh's timeless teachings.
Noble Characteristics and Virtues
This essay goes into the traits and characteristics that define noble character. Al-Miskawayh's investigation includes virtues such as patience, humility, honesty, and gratitude, providing readers with a full grasp of the characteristics that decorate the morally upright individual.
The Interplay of Ethics and Spiritual Development
"The Refinement of Character" explores the relationship between ethical behavior and spiritual development. Al-Miskawayh articulates how character refinement is essential to the larger path of spiritual development, emphasizing the inextricable link between one's moral status and one's proximity to the Divine.
Practical Ethical Living Advice
This English version offers practical advice for people who want to live ethically in their daily lives. Al-Miskawayh's insights provide readers with a road map, laying out tangible tasks and thoughts that contribute to the continual process of character development.
