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🌟📖 Ramadan Kareem to all people observing it! Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless spiritual and philosophical works are brought to life in a serene and immersive setting. Today, we present “The Alchemy of Happiness” by Al-Ghazali, translated by Claud Field and read by Mark Cassidy. This audiobook includes full on-screen subtitles, providing an engaging experience with Al-Ghazali’s insights into the path to true happiness and spiritual fulfillment. -- As requested, an edition with background music is available for channel members: https://youtu.be/7pldms1UfAA 🔖 About “The Alchemy of Happiness” Written as a spiritual guide, “The Alchemy of Happiness” explores the deeper meaning of human existence, the purification of the soul, and the path to achieving true inner contentment. Drawing from Islamic teachings, philosophy, and Sufi thought, Al-Ghazali provides profound reflections on self-knowledge, divine love, and moral discipline, emphasizing that happiness is found through understanding oneself and one’s relationship with God. Notice: We have simplified some of the terms used in the translation to be more fitting for a modern audience. (e.g.: "You" instead of "Thee, Thou"). 🌟 About Al-Ghazali Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali (1058–1111) was a highly influential Islamic theologian, philosopher, and Sufi mystic. Known as “The Proof of Islam”, his works, including “The Alchemy of Happiness” and “The Revival of the Religious Sciences”, continue to inspire spiritual seekers worldwide. His teachings bridge the gap between intellectual reasoning and inner spirituality, guiding individuals toward a meaningful life. 🎙️ Narrated by Mark Cassidy This audiobook is narrated by Mark Cassidy, whose warm and engaging voice enhances the contemplative and inspirational nature of Al-Ghazali’s work. 🌄 Subtitled Audiobook for Engaged Learning This audiobook includes full on-screen subtitles, allowing you to follow every word of Al-Ghazali’s teachings as you listen. The visuals provide a peaceful and reflective atmosphere, enhancing your journey through spiritual wisdom and self-discovery. 📚 Explore with Chillbooks At Chillbooks, we bring fully subtitled audiobooks of classic spiritual and philosophical works to life, offering a tranquil space for introspection and enlightenment. Subscribe to explore more of Al-Ghazali’s writings and other timeless texts. Follow us: • All links (opens in relevant apps): https://solo.to/chillbooks • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6sN19fGxResr0cOr3ihXph • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chillbooks.tv/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/chillbookstv • Facebook: https://facebook.com/chillbooks.tv • TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@chillbooks.tv • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Chillbooks Timestamps: 00:00 - The Alchemy of Happiness by Al-Ghazali 00:11 - Introduction 02:11 - 1. The Knowledge of Self 20:05 - 2. The Knowledge of God 39:02 - 3. The Knowledge of this World 49:57 - 4. The Knowledge of the Next World 1:10:02 - 5. Self Examination 1:28:32 - 6a. The Love of God 1:36:29 - 6b. The Vision of God 🎵 Members: also with Background Music: - The Alchemy of Happiness by Al-Ghazali → https://youtube.com/watch?v=7pldms1UfAA 📚 More Al-Ghazali Spiritual Works: - Confessions: The Rescuer from Error by Al-Ghazali → https://youtu.be/4CHsDWQjM8g - Moral & Religious Teachings of Al-Ghazali (From Revival of Religion Sciences) → https://youtu.be/QZOr17AwLNs - Dear Young Man by Al-Ghazali → https://youtu.be/XSE-RLmzp7Y - The Beginning of Guidance by Al-Ghazali → https://youtube.com/watch?v=X_LqzezrOQs - The Niche of Lights by Al-Ghazali → https://youtu.be/5Tgn_u7QBm4 📖 Recommended Reading: - The Catch of the Mind (Captured Thoughts) by Ibn Al-Jawzi → https://youtube.com/watch?v=avEVv4vn0OA 📘 Explore Al-Ghazali’s timeless teachings on spiritual fulfillment in ‘The Alchemy of Happiness,’ translated by Claud Field and narrated by Mark Cassidy, fully subtitled for a contemplative experience at Chillbooks.