On 5 September 2025, equivalent to 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1447 in the Hijri calendar, the global Islamic think tank Ihsanic Intelligence announced the release of ‘VISION 1500’, the flagship book published to mark the 1500th Birth Anniversary of Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam.

Published on 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1447 AH, exactly 1500 lunar years after the birth of Prophet Muhammad in Makkah on the Arabian Peninsula, the book commemorates his life and legacy. Prophet Muhammad was born 53 lunar years before the Hijra — his historic migration from Makkah to Madinah, the world’s first Islamic city-state, an event that marked the start of the Islamic Hijri lunar calendar.

“As with its predecessor, MILLENNIUM ISLAM’, 25 years ago, ‘VISION 1500’ is a unique contemporary guidebook to Islam, as it showcases all spheres of life within its 745 pages,” said Ihsanic Intelligence in a statement.

“We can confirm that all revenue from the book will be donated to the children, women and men who are the victims of the genocide in Palestine, in Gaza and the West Bank, as per the book’s purpose which is to help promote justice and equity across the world, and in particular, return the governance of Palestine to men with the fear of God like Prophet-King David/Dawud, Prophet-King Solomon/Sulayman, Caliph/Khalifa Umar ibn al-Khattab and Sultan Saladin/Salahuddin al-Ayyubi.”

‘VISION 1500’ follows ‘MILLENNIUM ISLAM’, officially published on 1 July 2001 CE, a landmark book that influenced global thought over the last quarter of a century.

The release also acknowledges the passing of 1,400 solar years since Prophet Muhammad’s arrival in Madinah from Makkah in 622 CE, an event celebrated in 2022 and regarded as the foundation of the Islamic Hijri calendar and the beginning of Islamic civilisation.

The announcement highlights that Muslims and Christians together comprise 57% of the global population. Both faiths honour Jesus, the Son of Mary (Prophet Isa ibn Maryam) as the Messiah, and regard his mother, the Virgin Mary (Sayyida Maryam bint Imran), as the most revered woman in human history.

‘Who is the Trinity?’

Prophet Muhammad was born at 04:20 am Makkah time at the Fajr Dawn Prayer in Makkah on the Arabian Peninsula on 12 Rabi al-Awwal -53 AH. He passed away and is buried in Madinah, the first city-state of Islam , on the Arabian Peninsula, with ‘VISION 1500’ launched from Madinah on 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1447 AH, equivalent to 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1447 AH.

‘VISION 1500’ will soon be available for retail purchase globally, with extremely-limited first day editions available currently upon request through email and social media, to be dispatched via global postal services and courier.

Websites on which it should be available include:

Waterstones

https://www.waterstones.com/book/vision-1500/latif-abdul-malik/ihsanic-intelligence-i-i/9781919181325

Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.uk/VISION-1500-Latif-Abdul-Malik/dp/1919181377/

Ihsanic Intelligence (I-I) is an influential global Islamic think tank, launched two decades in 2005. Its inaugural public policy report two decades ago launch condemning suicide bombings in the name of Islam, a day after the 7 July 2025 suicide bomb attacks in London, UK, was praised by G20 Governments as ‘constituting the best Islamic legal minds’ in the world, and was featured in Oxford University’s primer book, ‘Martyrdom,’ and Harvard University’s ‘Encyclopedia of Islam in the United States,’ resulting in a global rejection of suicide bombings by Muslims as part of their life-faith religion. Subsequent public policy reports have been about the first decade after the 9/11 attacks in 2001, the Arab Revolt 2.0 in 2011 and the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020. (http:/www.ihsanic-intelligence.com)

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As the festive season rolls around, many employers may be shopping around for employee Christmas gifts, but stop to ask themselves: What do my employees really value in a Christmas gift? 

Research consistently shows that the most appreciated gifts are those that offer choice, meaning, or recognition – rather than flashy branding, junk/joke items, or particularly unthoughtful gifts.

1. Flexibility trumps all

Employees love feeling recognised, and overwhelmingly prefer gifts that allow choice:

• A Blackhawk Network study found that 86% of employees feel valued when given gifts or rewards during the holidays – especially when they can choose something meaningful themselves.
  
• Similarly, BHN Rewards research shows 83% of employees would prefer a gift card or prepaid reward, yet only a quarter actually receive one.
  

2. The value sweet spot

Gift value matters but not extravagance:

• A Tremendous survey reports that giving employees £35 – £75 during the holidays satisfies 65% of the workforce.
  
• The Employee Gifting Report 2024 similarly underlines that tokens in this range are well-received.
  

3. Meaningful recognition drives loyalty

The impact of a thoughtful gift goes beyond its material value:

• Snappy’s 2024 Holiday Gifting Report finds 74% of workers look forward to a gift, while 71% say receiving one improves their view of their employer.
  
• Gifts also help retention: 54% say they’d be more likely to stay if their company regularly shows appreciation via holiday gift-giving.
  
• FruitGuys research cites that 57% of workers interpret holiday gifts as genuine signs of appreciation, and 78% feel more satisfied afterward.
  

4. Personalisation adds emotional depth

Though not always critical, personalisation enhances impact:

• According to research from the University of Bath, personalised gifts create stronger emotional bonds, making recipients feel more cherished and likely to value the gift.
  
• That said, personalisation needn’t be overcomplicated; in Tremendous’s study, a simple “thank-you” note alongside a standard gift satisfied 85% of employees.
  

5. Avoid the gifting pitfalls

Some types of gifts consistently miss the mark:

• Generic swag, novelty mugs, or unwanted tokens often backfire. HR Future highlights that 60% prefer a bonus, while branded items frequently fall flat.
  
• A poll of British adults ranked novelty socks (81%), mugs (68%), and shower gel (76%) among the most disliked work Christmas gifts.
  

Gifts that resonate

WellBox has been identified as the leading employee gift company in the UK and specialises in thoughtful, flexible gifting solutions. From festive hampers and wellbeing gifts to branded, sustainable options, or flexible gift cards. Their Christmas Collection includes:

• E-gift cards spanning retail, experiences, food & drink, and wellbeing – all offer the flexibility employees appreciate.
  
• Themed hampers, wellbeing boxes, and sustainable gifts, enabling personalisation according to employee preferences.
  
• Branded yet meaningful gifts, striking a balance between recognition and emotional value.
  

This blend aligns well with research-backed best practices: giving employees choice, conveying appreciation, and offering recognisable yet meaningful tokens.

What’s more, WellBox takes ethical gifting to a whole new level, donating a proportion of each gift to local charities and causes. This means that even the most Grinch-like gift recipient couldn’t help but feel thankful.

Quick reference table: What employees actually want

In summary

Employees want Christmas gifts that feel thoughtful, offer freedom to choose, and communicate genuine appreciation. Value-based incentives (especially around the £50+ range), paired with a simple personal touch, go much further than branded merchandise or one-size-fits-all gestures.

If you’re aiming to find gifts that employees will actually enjoy, consider solutions like WellBox’s Christmas Collection, which offers flexible e-gifts, curated hampers, wellbeing items, and sustainable choices – all designed to align with what research suggests is most meaningful.