Dr. Muhammad Waseem Zafar's Two New Books: Introduction and Analysis

Anwarul Hasan Sawtawi
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Dr. Muhammad Waseem Zafar, a professor and former head of the Department of Education at Patna University, Patna, has a deep passion for Islamic studies and theology, which is evident from his writings on these subjects in various Urdu newspapers and magazines. Those who regularly read his articles and essays on Islamic studies and theology in newspapers and magazines are well aware of this fact. The writer of these lines has also been benefiting from Dr. Zafar's valuable writings on these subjects.

Last September (2025), I had the privilege of reading Dr. Zafar's important book "Women in the Eyes of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)". After reading this book, I realized that Dr. Zafar has a deep love for his religion and has made a successful effort to convey to both Muslims and non-Muslims the respect and status that women have in Islam. Dr. Zafar has a unique religious and theological insight, which is rare among other Muslim professors. While many professors shy away from discussing these topics, fearing they might be labeled as "Maulvis", Dr. Zafar fearlessly fulfills his academic duty.

Dr. Zafar's two recent books, "Acquiring Knowledge of Religion with Pure Intentions" and "Islam's Guidance in Trade", were received as a gift from Muhammad Arshad Hussain, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Patna University, last month. I have also read these two books and gained valuable knowledge from them. I believe it is essential to introduce these books to the readers so that they can appreciate Dr. Zafar's religious devotion and his love for Islam.

Dr. Zafar's book "Acquiring Knowledge of Religion with Pure Intentions" consists of 44 pages and includes two essays: "The Importance of Pure Intentions in Acquiring Knowledge of Religion" and "The Desirable Aspects of Intentions in Acquiring Knowledge of Religion". The first essay emphasizes the need for purity of intention and sincerity in acquiring knowledge of religion, while the second essay highlights the practical and desirable aspects of intentions in this regard. Both essays are valuable for students seeking to acquire knowledge of religion.

Dr. Zafar's second book, "Islam's Guidance in Trade", is based on a famous Hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), which states that a truthful and trustworthy trader will be among the prophets, the truthful, and the martyrs in paradise. This Hadith inspired Dr. Zafar to write a comprehensive book on trade, providing guidance to traders from an Islamic perspective. The book consists of 92 pages and is divided into 24 subheadings, covering the importance, virtues, and basic principles of trade in Islam. The book aims to guide individuals involved in trade or those who intend to enter this profession.

The book provides valuable insights into the Islamic principles and rules of trade, including the importance of avoiding the sale of prohibited items, the need for honest advice to buyers, and the avoidance of usury and other prohibited practices. Dr. Zafar's effort to write this book is commendable, as it highlights the Islamic principles and guidelines for traders, which are often neglected or unknown to many traders.

I pray that Allah blesses Dr. Muhammad Waseem Zafar with the ability to benefit the Muslim community through his books and rewards him with a treasure in the hereafter. The two books, "Acquiring Knowledge of Religion with Pure Intentions" and "Islam's Guidance in Trade", can be obtained from "Saaima Publication", Langer Toli, Patna, "Book Emporium", Sabzi Bagh, Patna, "Aftab Book Depot", Sabzi Bagh, Patna, as well as "Novelty Books", Qila Ghat, Darbhanga, "Universal Book House", Shamsad Market, Aligarh, and "Dafatar Madrasa Qasimia", Beniabad, Muzaffarpur (Bihar). For more information about the books, readers can contact Dr. Muhammad Waseem Zafar directly at 9471867108.