Spears of Deceit – The Story of Battle of Siffin

Occasion for presenting this book:

The Battle of Siffin was a pivotal confrontation that occurred on 01^st Safar of 37 AH (corresponding to July 26-28, 657 CE) between the forces of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib and Mu’awiya I near the city of Raqqa, along the Euphrates River, characterized by its prolonged stalemate and eventual resolution through arbitration rather than decisive military victory.

Book Bibliographic Details:

Author: Ghulamreza Aabruye

Translator: Sabira Rajabali

Publisher: ‎ Bab al Ridha Research and Publications

Length: 263 pages

Language: English

ISBN: 978-1-915784-03-2

Publication date: 2019

About the Author:

Ghulamreza Aabruye is an author affiliated with Bab al Ridha Research and Publications. Some of his known works include “The Lofty Stations” and “Spears of Deceit – The Story of Battle of Siffin.” Both books are translated by Sabira Rajabali.

“The Lofty Stations” is a narrative that appears to delve into historical or allegorical conflicts with significant spiritual and ethical undertones. The blurb describes two leaders facing a critical moment, with the fate of the Muslim Ummah (community) in their hands, and highlights themes of faith and leadership, emphasising one leader’s “absolute faith and unswerving love for Allah (s) and His creation.” This book is available in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats.

“Spears of Deceit – The Story of Battle of Siffin” specifically focuses on the historical Battle of Siffin, a pivotal event in early Islamic history. Similar to “The Lofty Stations,” its description hints at difficult choices and the consequences of those decisions for the Muslim community.

The content and nature of his published works suggest his interest in Islamic history, ethics, and spirituality.

About the Book:

In the distant past, two bands of trained warriors faced each other across a desert plain. Exhausted both in body and spirit, each group impatiently awaits the command of its leader.

Two men – one stained with dark, one pure light – stand behind the thousands; two men who need the loyalty of their soldiers to save the future of Islam; two men in whose hands the fate of the Muslim ummah lies; two men who must make difficult choices.

But only one of them is lion-hearted; guided by absolute faith and an unswerving love for Allah (s) and His creation.

Who will the Muslims stand with? Will they make the right decision, or will they be doomed to forever regret the outcome of that fateful day…?

Where to find it:

You can find the book at one of the online bookstores below:

• Hujjat Bookshop
• Shia Book