ISBN: 9789960969039
Author: Dr. Mahdi Rizqullah Ahmad
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 936
Size: 15x22cm
Publication Year: 2005
Publisher: Darussalam Publications
Description
About This Book:
Dr. Mahdi Rizqullah Ahmad's "A Biography of the Prophet of Islam In the Light of the Original Sources" will take you on a scholarly and analytical investigation of the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This two-volume masterpiece gives readers a thorough grasp of the life, character, and legacy of the Last Messenger by delving into the copious and reliable sources of Islamic history.
The Initial Years and Prophecy
Dr. Mahdi Rizqullah Ahmad carefully investigates the early years of the Prophet in this book, including his birth in Mecca and the pivotal time that preceded his prophetic career. The author sheds light on the Prophet's upbringing and the divine summons that signaled the start of his mission by revealing the socio-cultural environment of pre-Islamic Arabia through a thorough investigation of the primary sources.
The Medinan Era and Its Impact
Volume 2 of the voyage continues with an exploration of the Medinan era, including the founding of the first Islamic kingdom and the difficulties the Prophet faced in forging a united Muslim society. Dr. Mahdi Rizqullah Ahmad deftly analyzes the historical narratives to offer a comprehensive picture of the Prophet's contacts, leadership, and lasting influence.
Analytical Approach:
In order to provide a complex and academic biography of the Prophet, Dr. Mahdi Rizqullah Ahmad uses an analytical methodology, closely examining the original sources.
Historical Context:
By situating the life of the Prophet within the larger historical and cultural framework of pre-Islamic Arabia, the author adds a fuller knowledge of the setting in which Islam first appeared.
