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Explore the Islamic sciences — each with its classical works and the scholars behind them.
Qur'anThe revealed scripture of Islam — the public-domain editions of the text held in our library.2 worksTafsirThe classical scholarly commentary on the Qur'an: its meanings, context, and language.5 worksHadithThe classical collections of the recorded sayings and example of the Prophet Muhammad.10 worksSīra & CompanionsThe life of the Prophet Muhammad and the history of his Companions, in the classical accounts.FiqhIslamic jurisprudence — the classical works of the four Sunni schools.10 worksCreedIslamic creed — the classical works of Ahl al-Sunna on belief.10 worksSpiritualityThe inner life of sincerity and character — moderate classical works on the purification of the heart.30 works