The Art of Trade Craftmanship and Work in Islam

The Art of Trade Craftmanship and Work in Islam ISBN: 9781904336822 Author: Abu Bakr al-Khallal Binding: Softcover Pages: 79 Size: 9.0 x 6.0 x 0.3 Inches Publisher: Dar as Sunnah Language: English Publication Year: 2025 About This Book The Messenger of Allah (said: "No one has ever eaten better food than that which he has earned by working with his own hands. The Prophet of Allah, Dawid (David), used to eat from the earnings of his manual labour." Sabib Al-Bukhari # 2072 Know O Muslim, may Allah have mercy upon you, that in Islam, the concept of earning a livelihood through honest work is not just recommended but is highly encouraged, highlighting its role as an essential part of living a responsible and beneficial life. Seeking provision and engaging in business, trade, or craftsmanship is viewed as praiseworthy and beneficial to one's family and the community at large For this reason, the book before you is an important work highlighting the importance of earning a wholesome living and working to build a better future. The author gathers verses of the Qur'an, sayings of the Messenger of Allah statements and actions of esteemed scholars of Islam and narrations from the early generations that emphasise the value of business, trade and work and warn against thoor who abandon it and sit idly, Working, trading, and mastering a skill is a mark of a believer-by which not only does one benefit themself but benefits society; aids Islam and the Muslim community.