(LQ) 44 Ways To Manhood

About 44 Ways To Manhood

44 Ways To Manhood by Taymullah Abdur-Rahman is an English book that asks a simple but important question: what does it really mean to be a man in Islam? Drawing on the Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, it sets out forty-four principles that a Muslim man can apply in his daily life. Its subtitle, Breaking old habits and building new personalities based on Quran and Sunnah, sums up the purpose of the book well: it is about character, discipline and faith, not about toughness for its own sake.

The book was first published in English by the International Islamic Publishing House (IIPH) in 2018 as a hardback of about 128 pages. For details of the copy in stock, please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492.

What 44 Ways To Manhood covers

The forty-four points range from the foundations of a Muslim’s life to everyday habits. Among the principles the book discusses are:

• Sincerity of intention and doing things for the sake of Allah
• Knowledge of tawhid and of the basic rulings of fiqh
• Good manners and noble character
• Personal hygiene and taking care of one’s appearance
• Being regular and consistent in worship
• Memorising a portion of the Qur’an every day
• Staying physically fit and strong
• Being tolerant and forbearing with people
• Honouring and respecting women
• Keeping promises and paying back debts
• Giving gifts and strengthening ties
• Respecting rightful leadership

Manhood is not harshness

One of the most valuable messages of the book is that being manly does not mean being rough, gruff or harsh. The best of men, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was gentle with his family, merciful with children, patient with people who wronged him and brave when bravery was needed. The author shows that true strength is self-control, responsibility and reliability. He argues that a man who applies these principles properly is protected from much of what would harm him in this world, in his religion and in the Hereafter.

About the author

Taymullah Abdur-Rahman wrote the book for Muslim men who want a clear and practical guide to building a better personality on the foundation of the Qur’an and the Sunnah. The approach is direct: each principle is something a reader can understand quickly and begin to practise straight away.

Who should read this book

• Young Muslim men and teenagers who are working out what kind of man they want to become
• Husbands and fathers who want to lead their families with responsibility and kindness
• Students in college and university, including here in Kashmir, who want structure and discipline in their lives
• Youth leaders, teachers and imams running study circles for boys and young men
• Parents looking for a book to give a son as he grows up

How to benefit from 44 Ways To Manhood

Because the book is organised into short, numbered principles, it works well as a self-improvement programme. Take one principle a week, read it, and choose one specific action. For example, set a daily target for Qur’an memorisation, start a simple exercise routine, settle a small debt you have been delaying, or make an effort to speak more gently at home. Keep a checklist and review it at the end of each month. The book also suits study circles and family discussions: one person reads a principle aloud and everyone shares how they will apply it. As you read, keep sending salawat upon Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and ask Allah to make you among the righteous.

Why this book is a bestseller

Many young men today grow up with confusing messages about masculinity from films and social media. This book offers a calmer, more balanced picture based on revelation and on the example of the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions. It is short enough to finish quickly but rich enough to return to again and again, which is why it is one of the most popular titles in our Islamic books collection.

A practical gift

44 Ways To Manhood makes an excellent gift for a son, brother, nephew, student or groom. It pairs well with books on Islamic manners, the seerah or marriage, and is a useful addition to madrasa, school and mosque libraries.

Edition details

Author: Taymullah Abdur-Rahman. Language: English. First published by IIPH in 2018 in hardback. For the publisher, number of pages and other details of the copy in stock, please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492. Same-day dispatch from Srinagar, with delivery in about 1 day in Srinagar and 3 to 10 days across the rest of India.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the author of 44 Ways To Manhood? Taymullah Abdur-Rahman.

What is the book based on? The Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Is it suitable for teenagers? Yes, it is written for Muslim men of all ages and is easy to read.

How fast is delivery? We dispatch the same day from Srinagar; delivery takes about 1 day in Srinagar and 3 to 10 days elsewhere in India.

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