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Islamic Governance: Governance of the Divinely-Sanctioned Social Orderunder Conditions of Religious SolidarityThe four volumes of Ayatollah Khamenei's Islamic Governance provide the theoretical framework for authentic Islamic governance in the modern era that is deeply rooted in Islamic principles and in what makes us human. Authored by one of the foremost theoreticians and practitioners of the revolutionary Islamic movement that culminated in the triumph of the Islamic Revolution in Iran, the book provides a genuine alternative both to the morally bankrupt liberal social order of the West, as well as to the defunct and sterile alternatives provided within the rest of the Islamic world.Volume One: First PrinciplesFirst Principles begins with an explication of the theological bases as to why God reserves the ordering of mankind's affairs exclusively for Himself, and proceeds to discuss the institution of prophethood. It provides an in-depth definition of the Islamic keyword welaya and of "those who are invested with authority (the Oul'ul-Amr). Ayatollah Khamenei then proceeds to explain the meaning and purpose of the imamate, and ends with a brief survey of the concept of Islamic messianism (mahdawiya) and the effects of believing in the advent of the Mahdi. The reader will obtain a solid understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of a system of Islamic governance that is based on principles established in the Holy Quran and authentic Ahadith. While thematically interconnected, each volume stands on its own and can be read as an independent volume.

Family- from the Islamic and Psychological points of view starts out exploring the foundation of a family, that of marriage and its profound psychological effects on the family structure. Salarifar then dissects the nature and characteristics of a stable family environment to ensure the stable and efficient development of the spiritual and psychological features of all members. Topics such as conflict resolution, duties and responsibilities, setting boundaries, moral advice and behavioural ideals are discussed. The last two chapters tie the psychological discussions with the juxtaposition of salient examples from the lives of the Holy Prophet (S) and his pure progeny (S). The family is realised as a microcosm of society and the training ground for good social relationships as well as physical, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing.Salarifar uses illustrations and diagrams to simplify concepts in a way that a reader of any level would appreciate and understand. The comprehensive and well-referenced yet succinct discussions posited will leave the reader in awe of the unique instructions and models of Islam as exemplified by the Holy Prophet (S) and his pure progeny in building a stable and peaceful society. A highly recommended manual for those wishing to nurture a stable and successful family.

The Holy Quran as a book of guidance is not limited to the social or moral sciences; its reach extends out the all the sciences of nature. Astronomy, biology, chemistry, physics, and many more are discussed explicitly and implicity. Indeed, the encouragement and leadership of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) and his pure progeny (as) saw a renaissance of learning and scientific achievement in the Muslim Ummah. However, in the past few centuries, the Ummah has disgracefully moved away from scientific study and achievement, leaving many others to occupy this space. This book attempts to wake the community on the importance and validity of scientific endeavour from the Islamic perspective as an obligation.The reader will get a comprehensive grounding in the philosophy, ethics and nature of science from the Quranic perspective and be left inspired by the ultra-progressive nature of Islam in this realm. Indeed, it is through progress in science can humankind achieve the perfection it so seeks. This book is especially recommended for educators and students of the sciences of nature to be inspired to unlock the vast blessings inherent in creation.

Masoud Emami's The Shī'a Imams in the Words of Preeminent Sunni Scholarship is a meticulously researched thesis that collects testimonials from such sources as the sahihayn of Bokhārī and Moslem, and the tafsīrs and histories of such Sunnī luminaries as Tabarī and Eben Sa'd and other Sunni scholars (including Ibn Taymīya!), all of whom attest to the lofty character and spiritual station of the twelve Shi'a Imams. Emami's thesis begins by laying the theoretical foundations of the use of such evidence in deriving his proof of the rightfulness of the Imams' claims to the imamate of the community. Emami has painstakingly combed through and scrupulously examined a vast corpus of Sunni sources, and has provided numerous testimonials from modern as well as ancient Sunni scholars for each of the Imams in turn, including acclaim from the Associates (sahabah) and Followers (tabe'en).The incredibly high praise lavished by preeminent Sunni scholarship on the Imams of the Ahl al-Bayt unearthed by Emami proves that love of and respect for the Imams is indeed the common ground that binds the Sunni and Shi'a branches of Islam. The prospective Sunni or Shi'a reader will be left with a more exalted view of the Imams after reading this fascinating collection of authentic and authoritative historical reports.

The belief in an awaited saviour who will bring peace and justice to the whole world is universal. However, the characteristics, identity, and nature of such a person is often disputed. The Mahdi and Islamic Messianism is comprised of three essays which explore these issues systematically, and conclude that the awaited universal saviour or 'The Mahdi' is none other than the 12th Imam of the Shia, the son of Imam Hasan al-Askari (AS), and that Islamic Messianism in its most perfect form is that which has been taught to us by the Holy Prophet and his Purified and Infallible Household.The first essay outlines the theological and rational foundations for belief in the Mahdi and Mahdism as expounded upon by Ayatollah Mutahhari. The second essay focuses on a critical and in-depth analysis of the scriptural proofs of the identity and nature of the Mahdi. The final essay collates all the primary hadith sources from Sunni scholarship that discuss the details of the rank, station, attributes and character of the Imām al-Mahdī.The Mahdi and Islamic Messianism lays the foundations of an unshakable belief in the Imam of our era, and is recommended for anyone who wishes to attain to certain knowledge of their Imam.