Al-Maktaba al-Shamela (Arabic: المكتبة الشاملة, meaning "The Comprehensive Library"), often simply called Shamela, is a prominent free digital library and research software dedicated to Islamic and Arabic primary and secondary sources. Launched in April 2005, it has become one of the most widely used tools for students, researchers, and Islamic scholars worldwide. Key Features and Functionality
Desktop Version: The most powerful version, requiring a download (often several gigabytes if including all books). It offers the most robust search and organizational tools. al maktaba shamela
The library's resources may include: