Be Mindful of Allah

This book is a commentary on the invaluable advice of the Prophet ﷺ to ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās (Raḍiya ’llāhu ʿan-hu), beginning with the words: “Be mindful of Allah and He will be mindful of you.” The renowned eighth-century Imam Ibn Rajab al-Ḥanbalī guides the reader through a thoughtful exploration of the hadith’s meanings, presenting its lessons in a manner that is both scholarly and accessible. He demonstrates that the hadith “contains great counsel and comprehensive principles from the most important and significant aspects of the religion,” including the rights owed to Allah ﷻ and the rewards promised for fulfilling them.

Ibn Rajab substantiates his commentary with Qur’anic verses, additional prophetic narrations (analyzed for authenticity), sayings of the Companions (Raḍiya ’llāhu ʿan-hum) and their successors, as well as illustrative stories and poetry. Offering a concise yet expansive examination of some of Islam’s core tenets, this work is an essential addition to every Muslim’s library.