Mamoon Yusaf - Inside the Soul of Islam: A Unique View into the Love, Beauty and Wisdom of Islam for Spiritual Seekers of All Faiths

One of the most important books to have been written and a monumental step towards giving the wisdom teachings of Islam their rightful place in the self-help genre. Mamoon successfully relays across the essence of the soul and universality of Islamic wisdom through a personalized yet truthful account of his physical and spiritual journey.

SAMI YUSUF, GLOBALLY BESTSELLING MUSICIAN, COMPOSER, AND SINGER-SONGWRITER

An excellent, authentic way of describing the beauty of Islam in the day-to-day life of a Muslim. Mamoons personal story makes this an easy read for anyone who wants a realistic introduction to the spiritual aspect of Islam. I hope and pray that every seeker of the truth, especially those who live in the Western world, will read this book.

SHEIKH AHMED BABIKIR, ISLAMIC SCHOLAR, IMAM, AND SPIRITUAL GUIDE; FOUNDER OF RUMIS CAVE AND ULFA AID

If youve ever wondered how people can believe in a religion that is so often used to justify terrorism and hate, this shockingly wise, deeply personal, and surprisingly humorous book will take you behind the words and connect you to the very heart of Islam your own unconquerable soul.

MICHAEL NEILL, BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE INSIDE-OUT REVOLUTION AND THE SPACE WITHIN

Mamoon is one of the most inspiring, uplifting, and transformational coaches I know. His teachings bring light and love to all our lives and his message has the power to bring peace to the world.

CHRISTIAN MICKELSEN, BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ABUNDANCE UNLEASHED

Mamoon has the gift of taking the beautiful, spiritual teachings of Islam and can personalize them in a way that makes it both universal and easily accessible. This book is a joy to read and gives a refreshing take on Islamic spirituality.

ISAM BACHIRI, SINGER-SONGWRITER FOR MULTI-AWARD WINNING HIP-HOP GROUP OUTLANDISH

Mamoon has a deep, profound understanding of how the mind works which casts a new light on one of the worlds most controversial religious traditions.

JAMIE SMART, AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER RESULTS: THINK LESS, ACHIEVE MORE

Inside the Soul of Islam invites everyone of all faiths to surrender to Universal Love, and to choose love over fear. Mamoon Yusaf s beautiful book shows us how to do this.

ROBERT HOLDEN, AUTHOR OF LOVEABILITY AND SHIFT HAPPENS!

An excellent introduction to the essential values of Islam written by a sincere seeker of wisdom, who has a deep understanding of the human mind. This book offers clarity in a time where there is much confusion and misunderstanding surrounding Islam.

SHAYKH SHARIF H. BANNA, ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER OF THE CENTRE FOR ISLAMIC LEGISLATION AND ETHICS

This book insightfully grasps how the biggest problem facing humanity is not religion or politics, but a misunderstanding about how the mind works. To fix the psychological puzzle the world is in we do not go into the puzzle. Because the psychological puzzle is the mess. The answer, Inside the Soul of Islam, is the answer within us all.

KEITH BLEVENS PHD, CO-FOUNDER OF THE THREE PRINCIPLES PARADIGM

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Text Mamoon Yusaf, 2017

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ISBN 978-1-78180-912-9 in print
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ISBN 978-1-78180-964-8 in Kindle format

Interior images: 1, 71 Oktora/Shutterstock

Dedicated to my Beloved.

May the peace, love, and blessings of Allah be upon him.

As an intelligent and conscientious global citizen, youve probably noticed that in the last 20 years the world seems to have gone a little crazy when it comes to Islam. We could put this down to political actors, misguided fundamentalists, sloppy or even agenda-driven media coverage, the inability of Muslim communities to effectively communicate the teachings of Islam, or an all-out apocalyptic conspiracy.

To whatever cause we attribute todays attitudes toward Islam, the truth is that for many in the West, its become virtually impossible not to believe some of the negative and more importantly, untrue things being said about the religion.

You, however, have been conscientious enough to pick up this book, which suggests that somewhere in the depths of your soul, you intuitively understand that somethings amiss in the picture being presented to you. In fact, the more blatantly Islam and its adherents are portrayed as evil, bloodthirsty threats to Western civilization, the more astonishing it becomes when you actually take a minute to talk to one of us. Your Muslim doctor, neighbor, or work colleague simply doesnt fit the caricature.

When I was at school, some 20 years ago, no one believed Islam was a dangerous or violent faith. Today, though, Im considered controversial for suggesting that it remains a religion of peace. Theres a tragic irony here: even while Islam appears to be the most hated religion in the USA, that countrys bestselling poet is Rumi, the classical Muslim scholar and spiritual master. We must be missing something here.

I am nothing but dust on the path of Muhammad, the Chosen One.

RUMI

Logic dictates that Muslims cant all be bad people, and that a faith with around 1.5 billion followers worldwide (a quarter of the global population) cant be based on evil teachings. So, when the topic of Islam and Muslims comes up during coffee breaks at work, or when youre having a night out with your friends, you might choose to stick up for your Muslim brothers and sisters and may Allah, the Most Loving, bless you for it. However, if you do so, my guess is that youll soon run into what I call the Ben Affleck Problem.