Description

The passing of Hadrat Ibrahim ibn Adham (Rahimahullah) رَحِمَهُ ٱللَّٰهُ, the prince of Balkh who renounced his kingdom to devote himself to the worship of Allah. He is one of the most celebrated early Muslim ascetics. Imam Ghazali frequently references his sayings and story in the Ihya Ulum al-Din. His renunciation of worldly power in favour of divine love has inspired Muslims for over a millennium.

Key Figures

Sources

• Hilyat al-Awliya
• Ihya Ulum al-Din