Beginner Books
Curated reading for new Muslims — the foundations of faith, worship and character
These summaries follow Ahlu Sunna wa al-Jama'ah. Each entry gives an overview and key points to help you decide where to begin.
The Fundamentals of Tawheed
Dr. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
A clear, modern explanation of Islamic monotheism — the foundation of the faith.
The Sealed Nectar (Ar-Raheeq Al-Makhtum)
Safi-ur-Rahman al-Mubarakpuri
An award-winning biography of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ from his lineage to his passing.
The Forty Hadith of Imam Nawawi
Imam Nawawi
Forty-two foundational hadith that capture the essentials of the entire religion.
Riyad as-Salihin (Gardens of the Righteous)
Imam Nawawi
A timeless collection of authentic hadith on worship, manners, and the path to Paradise.
A Brief Illustrated Guide to Understanding Islam
I. A. Ibrahim
A friendly, illustrated overview of Islamic beliefs, worship, and the Prophet's life.
Kitab at-Tawhid (The Book of Monotheism)
Muhammad ibn Abdul Wahhab
A classical text proving Tawheed from Quran and Sunnah, with chapters on what nullifies it.