Book Title:
Growing a Beard:
In Light of Qur’an,
Sunnah and
Modern Science
by: Dr. Gohar Mushtaq
Published by:
Ta-Ha Publishers, Ltd. UK
“Dr. Gohar Mushtaq has written a penetrating
book on the significance of the beard in Islam.
While many present-day Muslims seek to
minimize the significance of the beard, Dr. Gohar,
relying on both religious and scientific
documentation, has shown many of the deeper
spiritual, and psychological implications involved
in both shaving and growing the beard.”
(From Foreword by Imam Zaid Shakir)
Book Summary:
This book provides a detailed study on the importance of growing the beard in Islam. In
the present age, many Muslims are affected by the Western imperialism and media so
much that they do not consider the beard as a symbol of Muslim identity anymore. The
author has combined various disciplines in this book: tafseer, ahaadeth, opinions of
Islamic jurists, history, social psychology, biology as well as comparative
religion.
The author’s research is wide-ranging – from the history of the beard among various
nations in the past and present to the reasons for the rise of beardless culture among
Muslims. He delves deep into the psychological and sociological reasons which resulted
in the negligence of this important Sunnah by many present day Muslims. To strengthen
his case, the author has presented the recent scientific research done by social
psychologists which shows that the presence of a beard on man’s face makes him
appear more attractive, intellectual, honest and heroic both in the eyes of women as
well as men.
About the Author:
Dr. Gohar Mushtaq is a scientist as well as an Islamic researcher. He holds a Ph.D.
degree in Chemistry (Rutgers University) and B.S. degree in Medical Technology (York
College of The City University of New York). He frequently delivers Friday’s khutbaahs
and lectures at various educational institutions, mosques and Islamic centers in the
areas of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Places to purchase a copy of this book:
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Maktaba Darussalam (Brooklyn, New York) TO ORDER BY PHONE (718) 625-5925
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Also available at www.islamicbookstore.com
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Contact Ta-Ha Publishers in New York (Arshad Khan 718-359-4446)