The Disease and the Cure, also known as The Sufficient Answer for the One Who Asked About the Remedial Cure (Al-Jawāb al-Kāfi liman sa’ala ‘an al-Dawā’ al-Shāfi’), is a classic work of Islamic spiritual medicine authored by the renowned scholar Imām Ibn al-Qayyim. This book addresses the inner ailments of the heart and soul—sins, doubts, heedlessness, and spiritual weakness—and offers profound insight into their causes and comprehensive remedies.
Written in response to a heartfelt question about overcoming sin and its spiritual consequences, the book is presented in a conversational tone, filled with Qur’anic verses, Hadith, and wisdom from the early righteous scholars. Ibn al-Qayyim analyzes the destructive nature of sins and disobedience while prescribing a cure rooted in sincere repentance, knowledge, remembrance of Allah, and a deep connection with the divine.
This timeless masterpiece is not only a powerful reminder of the importance of purifying one’s heart but also a motivational spiritual resource that continues to impact readers across generations. Ideal for students of knowledge, seekers of truth, and anyone striving to overcome personal struggles and attain nearness to Allah.
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