Bahishti Zewar

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Bahishti Zewar, described as an ancient tome of Islamic belief, was written by Maulana Ashraf Ali Thanvi. Bahishti Zewar (translated as Heavenly Ornaments) is a comprehensive handbook of fiqh (jurisprudence), especially for the education of girls and women. For years it has remained a favorite with the people of the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent.

Not only does the volume describe the Five Pillars of Islam, it also highlights more obscure principles.

Women and Bahishti Zewar Among Muslims, it is a popular practice to present this volume to a new bride. The motivation behind this gesture is that the young woman is taking up a new identity and new life as a wife and mother-to-be. She should be well versed in the rites, rituals and tradition of Islam.