Ibn al-Jawzi

Abu al-Faraj Abd al-Rahman ibn al-Jawzi (508–597 AH) was a prolific scholar, preacher and historian whose written output is said to number in the hundreds of works. Based in Baghdad, he combined knowledge of hadith and history with a gift for moving the hearts of his audience toward Allah, and his gatherings drew large crowds.

Ibn al-Jawzi's writings are known for their directness — sobering reminders of heedlessness, the deception of Shaytan, the brevity of this life, and the urgency of repentance, all delivered with the storytelling skill of a man who spent his life calling people back to Allah. His works remain a staple for anyone seeking to soften the heart through the words of the Salaf.

Below is our full collection of Ibn al-Jawzi's works translated into English, available at The Islamic Book Cafe.