Nahj al-balagha

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Nahj al-Balagha (Arabic: نهج البلاغة, romanized: Nahj al-Balāgha, lit. 'Peak of Eloquence') is a collection of sermons, letters, and sayings of Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, the first Shia Imam and the fourth Rashidun caliph. The collection was compiled by the prominent Shia scholar Sharif al-Radi in the 10th century AD. It is regarded as one of the most important works of Arabic literature and holds a prominent place in Shia Islam. The book has been the focus of numerous commentaries, translations, and studies by both Sunni and Shia authors. Known for its moral aphorisms and eloquent content, Nahj al-Balagha is widely studied in the Islamic world and has considerably influenced the Arabic literature and rhetoric. Nahj al-Balagha is widely cherished and is commonly found in many Shia households, often kept alongside the Quran.

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