Sifat as-Safwah (Attributes of the Elite)

صفة الصفوة

By Ibn al-Jawzi 597h (1201 CE) 4 volumes

A biographical dictionary of the most pious and virtuous individuals in Islamic history, from the prophets through the early generations. Ibn al-Jawzi selected the most inspiring stories of worship, sacrifice, and devotion to present models of spiritual excellence. The work covers prophets, companions, tabi'in, and later scholars, organized chronologically and geographically.