Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam (Studying Qur'an & Hadith Book 2)

Assalam aalaykom. I have just finished reading this book and I wanted to write this review as a message of gratitude to the author for this incredible work that she has created. I was born a Muslim but have only really started practicing and learning these past two years. From all the lectures I’ve watched and books I have read, nothing has touched me the way this book has. I could not tell you the number of times I cried reading it out of realization of Allah’s mercy, forgivness, guidance and so on. I did not just read this book, I experienced it and I felt it deep within myself. The lessons and wisdom it conveys have not only changed my life but the lives of others that I have spoken with about this book. My understanding of my faith and Allah is engrained within me because of the beautiful way the author conveyed His message. Too often, I felt judged by others for not fitting a certain mold of Islam but this book served as a reminder of what Islam truly is. My heart is closer to Allah in a way that it has never been. I will carry this knowledge with me for the rest of my life inshAllah and try to teach others. From a place of sincere love, I would like to humbly thank the author for writing this book. My life has permanently changed for the better through it. I thank Allah that He has guided the author and blessed her with the amazing talent of writing. May Allah reward her for all the good she has done for me and others and continue to guide her, Ameen. JaK.I highly recommend her book for all those seeking their connection with God, Muslim or otherwise❤️

It is a great book. I highly recommend reading it if you want to discover a new way of looking at profound religious concepts. While reading, I could feel the author’s wisdom and the light of their iman (faith) through their words. As the saying goes, “Words that come from the heart enter the heart.” This book truly felt that way to me. 🤍

This book was recommended to me by a close friend of mine. Totally affordable comes in a clean and beautiful cover as if the heart of Baghdad has been visualized in the cover. It consists of 13 chapters, and each chapter chronologically explaining the essence of the Almighty. I grew up in a Muslim house and I was familiarized with Islamic values but this book, the way it explains certain analogies so clearly often makes you ponder about everything around you. The five pillars of Islam, from Tawhid to Hajj, it provides you with details backed by Quran, authentic Hadith, and Sufi text. It also contains links and explanations to terms some readers are not familiar with. The syntax of this book is also on point and not too vague as I have read some books which do not make you fall in love with the book instantly. This book has that charm that you instantly fall in love with it. The glossary is filled with links to other books from where a certain quote was mentioned from. Hence, a total packaged deal this book is.

I reverted 6 years ago and have a Bachelor's studying religion secularly (how does it form, why does it seem to be a part of human nature, what do rituals and practices do for mankind). This is my favorite religious book i have ever read, I think even for those who are strict in their dogma and are skeptical of mysticism in religion could benefit from reading this and forgoing the mindfulness practice if it bothered them bc the content of this book is so outstandingly beautiful. To be honest after converting interacting with Muslims has been the main thing that has pushed me away from my faith at times and this book really reminded me why I found the Quran to be so compelling and why I accepted Islam in the first place by bringing me back to a focus on God and love for myself and others that he created. I'm actually reading for a second time after finishing my first read through this month.

It does not surprise me how this beautiful mind and soul has come to such fruition. From enjoying her creative, spiritually inspiring poetry as she was growing up , to her mesmerizing speeches and discussions. I couldn't have been more excited to purchase this wonderful book of hers. Her wisdom and love for the Divine is so magical in how she helps others to realize such a beautiful existence and how it can enlighten our minds and souls to a more greater depth, to be the shining light and guiding compass. The book is a beautiful language of God's love and self love. Filled with a compilation of stories from the Quran and the Prophet (PBUH), combined with poetry, mysticism, personal stories and much more . It's a wonderful and practical guide to a spiritual journey into the Heart of Islam. I would say it's a beautiful read for anyone who's longing to find that deeper connection with the Divine. Thank you for being that spiritual GEM and sharing your love and message in this great book. May you always continue to spread the Divine love. Ameen!

very nice book. very relaxing to listen if you get audible version. nice life lessons.

As a Christian, I loved reading this book as it taught me about the many similarities between Muslims and Christian: One God ready to love and embrace us all!

This book is truly a treasure! It is permeated with a softness and expansiveness that gently finds its way into your heart. It lifts the veils of heaviness surrounding religion to reveal the love and the joy at its roots. It creates a burning desire to know God, to know His secrets, to know yourself and your creation. I especially appreciate the way Helwa creates modern metaphors to describe ancient truths. For example, she describes how the revelation of the Qur’an “has a mysterious way of decoding and recoding our spiritual mainframe from the emotional traumas and patterns of the past.” And how it acts as a GPS, a “God Positioning System” that “warns us when we are going in the wrong direction, by reminding us that our ultimate goal is not to chase after this world...” With her unique writing style, she paints the most exquisite pictures that exude a fragrance that make you want to follow, to discover, and yet leave you desiring more. It is the perfect entrance to someone looking for mystical path with which to quench their thirst.

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feels nice to read a book like this

Truly recommend it!!

Very happy with my purchase

Loving it already ❤️