The book, authored by Sheikh Muhammad al-Ghazali al-Misri, presents the comprehensive nature of Islamic morality, which covers all aspects of life—public as well as private, religious as well as social, economic as well as political. Islamic morality is not limited to Muslim society; rather, it extends to human society. Islam links the origin of all human beings to a single pair of parents and upholds the principles of equality, justice, and fairness to all human beings regardless of their race, color, or faith. As a religion of the Middle Way, Islam rejects extremism and emphasizes tolerance, forgiveness, and moderation.

The reform of society begins with the reform of the individual. The essential qualities of Muslim character—such as Taqwa, truthfulness, trust, sincerity, patience, mercy, and generosity—are all attainable and were perfectly exemplified by the Messenger of God, who was sent to perfect moral character. A Muslim has to strive for this ideal personality, with the Messenger of God as the best role model. This book serves as a complete outline for achieving that noble standard.