(NB) Assalamualaikum Tarim: A Journey of Finding One's Self

This book was written to introduce to you a small town; it does not have eye-appealing scenery nor friendly weather and exquisite cuisines, but rather it has taught me the true meaning of life — a life that urges us to prepare for the eternal world rather than pursuing the transient and fleeting pleasures of this world.

The town that we mention is adorned with countless saints of Allah within it, whose hearts are always connected with their Creator. In her streets, we hear the murmurs of dhikr and abundant praise upon the Prophet ﷺ, whether in whispers, or collectively in resonance.

Named Tarim Al Ghanna, this city embodies its name: Prosperous — in its essence a richness that you may come to know. I urge you to read this book, so that you may grasp the true significance of this town.

Habib Abdurrahman Assegaf, a leading scholar once said, “Tarim is a teacher for those who do not have one.” I wrote this book so that even if the hands of destiny does not bring you to this town, may this book help to unveil its valuable importance hidden behind its clay walls, allowing you to receive it as it has taught me all these while.