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septemberheartflakes's review against another edition
5.0
It is always the books that give me the biggest impacts in life that leaves me in lack of words to review.
I started this book sometime in November of last year and it took me a few months to finish it. It's the kind of book that you want to savour and keep in your life as long as you can. That is what I ended up doing.
Helwa has her way to snuggle into your mind and sings you lullabies with her words. More than once I imagined this book as more than a stack of bound papers. To me, it's like a brand new spectacle on how to look at life, hardships and the world. To me, it's like a hug I never know I needed. To me, it's a friend that stays in my head rent-free.
And I hope to you, if you end up reading this, it becomes something more.
This is a special book for me.
I started this book sometime in November of last year and it took me a few months to finish it. It's the kind of book that you want to savour and keep in your life as long as you can. That is what I ended up doing.
Helwa has her way to snuggle into your mind and sings you lullabies with her words. More than once I imagined this book as more than a stack of bound papers. To me, it's like a brand new spectacle on how to look at life, hardships and the world. To me, it's like a hug I never know I needed. To me, it's a friend that stays in my head rent-free.
And I hope to you, if you end up reading this, it becomes something more.
This is a special book for me.
kenyangrl's review
4.0
“We are all born with spiritual wings, Islam simply reminds us how to fly.”
Secrets of Divine Love by A. Helwa is a captivating book that explores the spiritual journey of Islam and the concept of Divine Love. This is not just a feeling, but a transformative force that guides individuals towards a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship with God. The book draws upon the Qur’an, the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and the writings of Islamic scholars and mystics to present a comprehensive and poetic overview of Islamic teachings and practices. The book also includes scientific evidence, practical exercises, and guided meditations to help readers apply the wisdom and insights in their daily lives.
As someone who recently started practicing and not really that spiritual, I found this book to be a challenge, but also a blessing. It was eloquent and inspiring, with an inclusive and universal message. I started reading to reconnect with my faith, overcome my doubts, and experience God’s love and mercy in a more intimate and personal way. I think this book is for Muslims and non-Muslims who are interested in learning more about Islam and spirituality. It is a book that requires patience and attention, as it is rich with information and insights. I found out it has a journal, which I am eager to purchase and use to enhance my reading experience. I give it a 4/5.
Secrets of Divine Love by A. Helwa is a captivating book that explores the spiritual journey of Islam and the concept of Divine Love. This is not just a feeling, but a transformative force that guides individuals towards a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship with God. The book draws upon the Qur’an, the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and the writings of Islamic scholars and mystics to present a comprehensive and poetic overview of Islamic teachings and practices. The book also includes scientific evidence, practical exercises, and guided meditations to help readers apply the wisdom and insights in their daily lives.
As someone who recently started practicing and not really that spiritual, I found this book to be a challenge, but also a blessing. It was eloquent and inspiring, with an inclusive and universal message. I started reading to reconnect with my faith, overcome my doubts, and experience God’s love and mercy in a more intimate and personal way. I think this book is for Muslims and non-Muslims who are interested in learning more about Islam and spirituality. It is a book that requires patience and attention, as it is rich with information and insights. I found out it has a journal, which I am eager to purchase and use to enhance my reading experience. I give it a 4/5.
sliceofwise's review
I feel like writing this couldn't even do justice to describe on how beautiful this book is. This book takes you into a spiritual journey of understanding youself, the Divine, and Islam to the core—by referring from the Quran, mystical stories, analogies, and relevant quotes that weaved in with beautiful understanding and wording from the author. Reading this book felt as if I was in a sea of words—with profound meaning that touches the heart and soul—of islamic realm that is so beautifully and poetically-written. A very stimulating and enganging book that will open oneself to experience the infinite possibilities of the Divine's love. Truly a book that one needs to read and experience it at least once in a lifetime. Definitely a favorite.
ayokin's review
5.0
If i had one book to read and reread for my entire life it would be Secrets of Divine Love.
It's a balm to soul, it brought Joy to my existence and filled my heart with love.
This book is meeting God for the first time.
It's a balm to soul, it brought Joy to my existence and filled my heart with love.
This book is meeting God for the first time.
bibliorey's review
5.0
“Sometimes you have to lose what you have and find it again for you to know the value of the blessing that you have always owned.”
Secrets of Divine Love is a heartwarming, motivating, most moving book I have ever read by far. The beauty of this book and the lesson that it contains are just stunning. This is one of my ramadan TBR and I’m so glad I get to finish it before ramadan ends in 4 days
jahankhan's review
2.0
This book is an exhausting overload of metaphors. I liked the last 3 chapters just.
ulyazmh's review
3.0
I found this writing style too flowery, sometimes stretching the original meaning and making it ambiguous. It also has many repetitive statements and felt very opinionated.
This book is not for us Moslems to add new knowledge, but rather a reflection on things we may already know. It may be suitable for people who do not understand Islam. I also got the impression that she wanted people to search for God solely within themselves, but I think to understand more about our Creator, we need to actively learn from the outside too, which was not encouraged enough.
I like the part where the author continuously encourages us to return to Allah and convinces us to do repentance because Allah is the Most Forgiving, The Most Merciful.
This book is not for us Moslems to add new knowledge, but rather a reflection on things we may already know. It may be suitable for people who do not understand Islam. I also got the impression that she wanted people to search for God solely within themselves, but I think to understand more about our Creator, we need to actively learn from the outside too, which was not encouraged enough.
I like the part where the author continuously encourages us to return to Allah and convinces us to do repentance because Allah is the Most Forgiving, The Most Merciful.
aqilahreads's review
2.0
this book is quite popular which made me bought it but at the same time, cant ignore the comments that i've been seeing much later, highlighting all the inconsistencies & inaccuracies which concerns the author's islamic knowledge.