The Nahjal Balagha

Peak of Eloquence

by

Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib (AS)

 

 

Nahjal-Balagha" means the clear path to eloquence. It is a compendium of selected words and maxims of Hazrat Amirul-Mo`menin (Master of the believers) Ali (A.S) compiled by Sharif Razi Muhammad ibn AI-Hossein (died 406 ah=1016 ad.). Grand authorities of the Religion have named the Nahjal-Balagha the "brother' of the Quran. The contents of this book revolve around the three essential subjects of God, the universe and man, and comprise scientific, literary, religious, social, ethical and political topics. Next to the words of the holy Quran and statements by the Prophet (S.A.W) no words, regardless of the source and author, can equate those of the Nahjal-Balagha in significance and eloquence. So far more than 101 exegeses and commentaries have been written about the Nahjal-Balagha, indicating the importance of this book to the authorities in science, research and study.

 

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