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The Alchemy of Happiness

by Imam al-Ghazali

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Al-Ghazali's classic on knowing oneself, God, this world and the next as the path to true happiness.

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In The Alchemy of Happiness, Imam al-Ghazali argues that true happiness comes from knowing oneself, knowing God, understanding this world and preparing for the next.

This translation by Claud Field is short and readable.

What's inside

  • Knowledge of self
  • Knowledge of God
  • Knowledge of this world
  • Knowledge of the next
  • Short classic
Why we recommend it

What is true happiness? Al-Ghazali answers: knowing yourself, knowing God, understanding this world and preparing for the next. Short and readable, this timeless classic is a perfect introduction to his thought and a thought-provoking read for anyone searching for meaning.

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