Shaykh Ismail Kamdar is a graduate of a traditional Alimprogram (Talimudin, 2006). He also holds a Bachelor's in Islamic Studies (International Open University, 2014). He has studied Islamin both traditional and modern settings and has been a student of IslamicStudies for almost two decades.
He began studying Islamfull-time at the age of thirteen, began preaching at the age of sixteen, and wrote his first book at the age of twenty-three. Over the years, he has taught multiple courses and seminars around the world and has worked with multiple leading Islamic organizations across the globe.
Chasing Happiness 5
Key #1: Live a Life of Purpose 7
Key #2: Build Your Afterlife 10
Key #3: Do Not Open the Door of If Only 13
Key #4: Think Good Thoughts About Allah 15
Key #5: Accept That Life Is a Test 18
Key #6: Turn to Allah in Times of Ease and Difficulty 22
Key #7: Treat Your Parents Well 24
Key #8: Maintain Family Ties 27
Key #9: Be Your Spouses Source of Peace 31
Key #10: Cherish Every Moment with Your Children 34
Key #11: Make Time for Yourself Too 37
Key #12: Spend Time in Good Company 40
Key #13: Be a Part of Your Community 42
Key #14: Live a Life of Contribution 44
Key #15: Be Satisfied with a Hard Days Work 46
Key #16: Seek Protection from Poverty 48
Key #17: Ensure Your Food and Wealth Are Halal 51
Key #18: Be Content with Enough 53
Key #19: Do Not Seek What Others Have 55
Key #20: Practice Good Manners 57
Key #21: Maintain Good Character 59
Key #22: Keep the Details of Your Life Private 61
Key #23: Mind Your Own Business 63
Key #24: Be Honest and Speak the Truth 66
Key #25: Reflect on Paradise 69
The Keys Are in Your Hands 72
About the Author 74
Other Books by Ismail Kamdar 75
