| Author | Shaykh Jamal al-Harithi |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Pages | 52 |
| Size | 6x9x0.20" |
| Edition | 1st (February 2017) |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.20 |
A Message Exclusively to the Muslim Woman is an inspiring and heartfelt letter by Shaykh Jamal Al-Hārithī, written specifically to encourage, educate, and uplift Muslim women in every stage of life. Whether young or elderly, married or single, widowed or divorced, this concise yet profound book offers timeless advice rooted in the Qur'an, the authentic Sunnah, and the noble example of the righteous women of the early generations (Salaf). It serves as a compassionate reminder of the honor, dignity, and immense responsibility that Allah has entrusted to Muslim women.
Rather than presenting a detailed legal manual, the author speaks directly to the heart, offering sincere counsel that inspires faith, modesty, patience, gratitude, and steadfastness in Islam. Shaykh Al-Hārithī reminds Muslim women that true happiness is found through obedience to Allah, sincere worship, excellent character, and fulfilling the noble roles that Islam has assigned to them as daughters, wives, mothers, and active members of the Muslim community. His gentle yet powerful style makes the advice accessible, practical, and relevant to the challenges Muslim women face in contemporary society.
One of the book's distinguishing features is the inclusion of two beautiful narrations from the righteous predecessors that illustrate exemplary character and wisdom. Readers will benefit from the story of Zaynab bint Jarīr, which highlights the qualities of a righteous believing wife, as well as a mother's timeless advice to her daughter before marriage, offering practical guidance on building a successful marriage based upon respect, kindness, patience, and mutual rights. These treasured accounts continue to provide valuable lessons for Muslim women and families today.
Throughout this brief work, the author emphasizes sincerity, good manners, modesty (ḥayā’), preserving family harmony, seeking beneficial knowledge, maintaining strong ties with Allah, and striving for excellence in worship and character. The reminders encourage Muslim women to remain steadfast despite the trials and distractions of modern life while remembering that true honor comes from adherence to Islam and following the guidance of the Qur'an and Sunnah.
Although concise in length, A Message Exclusively to the Muslim Woman contains practical wisdom that can positively influence everyday life. It is an excellent gift for daughters, sisters, wives, mothers, new Muslims, and anyone seeking authentic Islamic advice regarding womanhood according to the understanding of Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jamā'ah. This book is also highly suitable for family reading, sisters' study circles, Islamic classes, and personal reflection.
