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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful

Editor’s Note

I HAVE GREAT PLEASURE in presenting the English translation of Brother Khurram Murad’s popular book, that has attained classic status. It has been in print for the last 37 years, ever since its publication. Tahrīk-i-Islāmī main Kārkunu ke Bāhmī Ta‘aluqāt (Inter-personal Relationships among the Workers of the Islamic Movement) was first serialised by Mawlānā Mawdūdī in his prestigious journal Tarjumān al-Qur’ān. It was published as a book in 1958. It is still prescribed reading for the workers of the Islamic movement in many countries and has been translated into languages of the Sub-Continent.

With his freshness in approach and style, Brother Khurram presented those adorable characteristics which promote harmony among human beings. He also identified those detestable traits that mar friendships and create discord. Then there are the social obligations prescribed by Allah and His Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), regarding which it is our duty to try to fulfil. Although Brother Khurram’s primary addressees were the workers of the Islamic movement, these duties of brotherhood are the hallmark of Islamic teachings. Hence the title of this edition has been changed so that it can be read by all.

Prof. Khurshid Ahmad, a lifelong close friend and colleague, contributed the foreword to this book when it was first published, I am grateful to him to write a new foreword for this English translation despite his heavy commitments. The sincere dedication of this book to Dr Sa‘id Ramādān, the renowned Ikhwān leader has been retained in this translation. This indicates Brother Khurram’s heart-felt love and affection for him.

In an age when there is so much discord and disharmony among Muslims, the guidance provided by this book should help us improve our inter-personal relationships. I pray that Allah may bless the soul of Brother Khurram and elevate his status in Jannat al-Firdaws. (Āmīn)

Leicester24th October 2005

Abdur Rashid Siddiqui