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References & Bibliography

This digital book was compiled by referencing authentic sources to ensure that every principle conveyed rests upon a solid foundation. Below is the list of primary references utilized:

  1. The Noble Qur’an: The primary source for the principles of Qaulan (speech and communication).
  2. Sahih al-Bukhari: Authentic Hadith collection compiled by Imam al-Bukhari.
  3. Sahih Muslim: Authentic Hadith collection compiled by Imam Muslim.
  4. Sunan Abi Dawud: Hadith collection compiled by Imam Abu Dawud.
  5. Sunan at-Tirmidhi: Hadith collection compiled by Imam at-Tirmidhi.
  6. Musnad Ahmad: Hadith collection compiled by Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal.
  7. As-Sunan al-Kubra: Hadith compilation by Imam Al-Baihaqi.
  • As-Shama’il al-Muhammadiyah: By Imam at-Tirmidhi (on the physical traits and noble character of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ).
  • Ar-Raheeq Al-Makhtum (The Sealed Nectar / Prophetic Biography): By Sheikh Safiur-Rahman al-Mubarakpuri.
  • Al-Adab al-Mufrad: By Imam al-Bukhari (specifically addressing manners and ethics).
  • Riyadh as-Salihin (The Meadows of the Righteous): By Imam an-Nawawi (specifically chapters on guarding the tongue).
  • Ihya’ ’Ulum ad-Din: Specifically the chapter Afat al-Lisan (The Dangers of the Tongue) by Imam al-Ghazali.