The Burdah of Imam al-Busiri has been meticulously composed to aid studying, memorising, and singing of perhaps the single most important poem in the world. Each chapter depicts the ode’s original Arabic form along with the English translation, which is complimented with a concise commentary that explores the ode’s spirit. It is a must have book for those that wish to envisage, experience, and draw inspiration from Imam al-Busiri’s euphoric journey.
I congratulate the Essential Islam team for producing this beautiful book and commend their efforts in propagating the spiritual philosophy of Islam through the majesty of the Qasidah al-Burdah. May Allah accept the efforts of all involved, and may He allow this publication to be a means of reconnecting the Ummah with their beloved Prophet ﷺ.
This book is truly amazing - a timeless historical Arabic masterpiece is now totally accessible to the English speaking world. Unique in its style and content, Essential Islam’s Burdah of Imam al-Busiri is an eloquent translation of the poem, allowing you to delve into an ocean of beauty, as it unravels some of the beautiful meanings behind these majestic lines of poetry.
Wonderful combination of classic and modern design which brings to life the greatest poem ever written in the Muslim world. A must have book for those yearning a deeper affinity with the beloved Messenger ﷺ.
The Burdah is a unique and special poem. It has taken its place as the most famous and oft-recited poem in praise of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ among Muslims. I congratulate Essential Islam on producing this lucid translation alongside a clear and easy to read Arabic text. No Muslim household should make do without this rendition of the Qaseedah Burdah.
Do not pass up on the opportunity to bask in the celestial lights that descend by association with the Burdah of Imam al-Busiri: The poem that generated a miracle, which then fashioned a timeless relic.
The Burdah of Imam al-Busiri features:
Diligently handcrafted from the finest leather, our stunning satchel book cover - with debossed titles and emblems - perfectly compliments the augustness of the Burdah. Also includes a leather wrap and strap enclosure, as well as a tassle book mark.
Harmoniously balancing timeless classical tehzib (ornamentation) and khat (calligraphy), alongside contemporary design and bespoke typography, we struck a deft combination that brings the beauty of the Burdah to life. Reciters are now able to read the Arabic with ease, alongside its English translation without even having to turn the pages - leading to a more seamless and uplifting experience when reciting the Burdah.
Each copy of the Burdah of Imam al-Busiri has been printed on the highest quality vellum uncoated paper, featuring a luxurious gilt-edge finish in gold. The cream-white paper shade minimises glare and strain on the eyes, providing a pleasant level of reading comfort.
Each chapter of the Burdah appears in its original Arabic form, together with a unique - easy to understand - English translation. This is complimented with a concise commentary which explores and uncovers the poem's nuances and spirit; enabling readers to not only envisage Imam al-Busiri's euphoric journey, but to also experience the poem’s legacy.
For the first time ever (in the English speaking world) book keepers - via this publication - are authorisated (ijaza) to read the Burdah from a direct sanad (chain of transmission), which connects the reader with Imam al-Busiri and the poem itself.
Commemorating the 160 lines found in the Burdah, we have 160 special edition box sets available at launch. This limited edition collector set will feature a beatifully hand-bound leather box with debossed details, a certificate of authenticity, as well as a copy of the Burdah.
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