What social relations in Islam?, by Imam Al-Ghazali

What social relations in Islam? Socialize or be alone? Rules and Proprieties for Believers , by Imam Al-Ghazâlî , Collection Revivification of Good Practices of the Muslim Religion , Translation of the book: " Kitâb ' âdâb l' uzla " (كتاب أدب العزلة)


This book details the pros and cons of dating people. It is indeed a question which cannot be decided in a single way, because the situations and the characters of the individuals are diverse and varied.

In general, Islam advises rather the happy medium between loneliness and frequentation. The answer can only be individual, depending on the spiritual degree, times and places. Also, during very troubled times when the faith is in danger, solitude is preferable to association with people, if they are perverted.

This book can give everyone , in its particularity, an appropriate response to better understand human relationships.


About the Author: Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali

Imam Abu Hâmid al-Ghazâlî ( 1058-1111 ) is undoubtedly the most widely read and appreciated Muslim scholar of all time. His writings embrace all areas of the believer's faith and life. It is an authentic model of great Muslim scholarship.

Collection: Revival of the Good Practices of the Muslim Religion
This collection translates the books of the ihya '. It aims to revitalize the sciences and practices of Islam; Whether they are cultural, spiritual, ethical, moral or societal, as well as Islamic manners and savoir-être .