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The Life of the Prophet: A Reader's Guide

Al-Ihsaan Education Committee

A readable introduction to the life of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, arranged around the major phases of his mission. The book gives attention to the social world of Arabia, the early community in Makkah, the migration to Madinah and the character of the Prophet as leader, neighbour and family member. It distinguishes between well-established events and details that later sources report with less certainty. Short chapters and a timeline make it suitable for individual reading or a first study circle.