Very little has been written about Lady Khadija daughter of Khuwaylid, the first wife of Prophet Muhammed; therefore, the author thinks that a book like this is needed not only by the Islamic library, but by the cultural library of the world. Khadija's impacton the lives of people went far beyond her time and will always continue.This tri-lingual book contains a beautiful love story. A woman falls in love, so she composes romantic poems expressing her feelings, defying the male chauvinism of the time. If you enjoy romance, read this book. If you enjoy history, this is your book, and if you prefer biography, this is surely a biography book that takes you back to the time when the Prophet of Islam was 25 years old, that is, to A.D. 570, and its events take place in the trade metropolis of Mecca, Hijaz, describing the ways of life there and then, narrating the details of the Prophet's first and happiest marriage. It evendescribes to you wedding traditions at the time many of which are still alive.Another woman is discussed in this book, the most famous of the Prophet's wives, namely Aisha daughter of Abu Bakr. You will read how she led an army spurred by hatred and blind ambition in order to win the crown for her loved nephew, Abdullahibn al-Zubayr, a relative of her husband, the Prophet of Islam. That was the Battle of the Camel of A.D. 656. It was then that Muslims killed Muslims, a shame that continues and apparently will always continue fueled by blind prejudices, intolerance and close-mindedness. This book is the story of two women: of one who loved and another who hated..

One day, the Prophet Muhammad was describing Khadija’s virtue, and he pointed to the heaven and earth with his finger and stated, “Mary, mother of Jesus, is the best of the women of the heavens, and the worthiest woman still living on this earth is Khadija, daughter of Khuwaylid.” Khadija’s life is a source of great inspiration to believers, especially women. She is an excellent example of how one can give to the cause of Islam one’s time, energy, wealth and life. Her story is a reminder to believers to live purposeful lives and, in our prayers, we should remember Khadija and the whole family of the Prophet for their sacrifice and dedication. It was precisely their sacrifice, dedication and hard work that made it possible for Islam to reach all the four corners of the world and allowed the Quran to be preserved in its original form. May Allah be pleased with them all. Once when the Prophet Muhammad was in the Cave of Hira with the angel Jibril, or Gabriel, Jibril saw from afar that Khadija was coming towards the Cave. He said to the Prophet: “Khadija is coming here. She has brought some food and water for you.” And then he added: “When she comes in, give her the greetings from her Lord and tell her that there will be a house made of pearls for her in Paradise where there will be neither hardship nor any clamour.” When Khadija arrived, the Prophet said to her: “Here is Jibril. He is giving greetings to you from your Lord and he himself is greeting you.” Khadija replied: “God is peace and He is the source of all peace! May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon you, O Messenger of Allah. And my greeting to Jibril!”

Exploring the birth period of Islam, this biography focuses on one of the most prominent and respected Muslim women in history, Khadija, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad. Addressing both her devotion and her leadership roles in Mecca, this book shines light on a figure who is an inspiration to women, both Muslim and non-Muslim alike.

In Allah Loves... Omar Suleiman explores who and what Allah loves so that we may become one of those who are beloved to Him. The Prophet Muhammad said that one of the supplications of Prophet Dawud was, “O Allah I ask You for Your love and the love of those that love You and all of those actions that would bring me closer to being loved by you.” Looking at our actions, characteristics and beliefs, this book will help us become better people, citizens and believers that are deserving of Allah's endless, infinite and ever-lasting love. Made up of 30 short and spiritually enriching chapters, this book is a reminder that throughout our lives, the Creator's love is always there, increasing through everyday actions such as showing generosity or remaining consistent with unnoticeable good deeds.

Very little has been written about Lady Khadija daughter of Khuwaylid, the first wife of Prophet Muhammed; therefore, the author thinks that a book like this is needed not only by the Islamic library, but by the cultural library of the world. Khadija's impacton the lives of people went far beyond her time and will always continue.This tri-lingual book contains a beautiful love story. A woman falls in love, so she composes romantic poems expressing her feelings, defying the male chauvinism of the time. If you enjoy romance, read this book. If you enjoy history, this is your book,and if you prefer biography, this is surely a biography book that takes you back to the time when the Prophet of Islam was 25 years old, that is, to A.D. 570, and its events take place in the trade metropolis of Mecca, Hijaz, describing the ways of life there and then, narrating the details of the Prophet's first and happiest marriage. It evendescribes to you wedding traditions at the time many of which are still alive.Another woman is discussed in this book, the most famous of the Prophet's wives, namely Aisha daughter of Abu Bakr. You will read how she led an army spurred by hatred and blind ambition in order to win the crown for her loved nephew, Abdullahibn al-Zubayr, a relative of her husband, the Prophet of Islam. That was the Battle of the Camel of A.D. 656. It was then that Muslims killed Muslims, a shame that continues and apparently will always continue fueled by blind prejudices, intolerance and close-mindedness. This book is the story of two women: of one who loved and another who hated...

This inspirational collection of prayers and reminders is the perfect companion for anyone who wishes to connect to the Divine. Shaykh Omar Suleiman provides us with thirty short prayers taken from the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the early generations, each with a short reminder to deepen the impact of the prayer in our lives. Prayers of the Pious provides spiritual gems that serve as valuable wisdom and practical advice for the soul. By reading this short work with an attentive heart, the reader can cultivate love for God and His Messenger and live life with gratitude and contentment.

This book tells the story of the remarkable life of Khadija. The beloved first wife of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, she was his loyal supporter, trusted companion and source of comfort. Geared toward to young readers, it presents an extraordinary life with immense importance to Islam. One of the few girls of her time to be educated, Khadija grew in to an intelligent woman with perfect manners and exceptional beauty. She was well loved by all. A talented and successful business woman, through her own efforts Khadija became one of Mecca's wealthiest women, yet she lived a simple life and always helped the poor and needy. She was renowned for her compassion and charity. When the Messenger of Allah declared his Prophethood, Khadija became the first Muslim and devoted her life to Islam. She gave everything she owned to support the Muslims through the three difficult years of the boycott in Mecca. After her intense suffering, she finally succumbed to illness with the assurance of a place in Paradise. This Mother of Muslims is a source of inspiration to all Muslims, both men and women. Her steadfastness in the way of the religion, her unhesitating devotion to her noble Prophet, her charity, faith and compassion make her one of the most loved women of all time.

The extraordinary life of the man who founded Islam, and the world he inhabited—and remade. Lesley Hazleton's new book, Agnostic: A Spirited Manifesto, is out now from Riverhead Books. Muhammad’s was a life of almost unparalleled historical importance; yet for all the iconic power of his name, the intensely dramatic story of the prophet of Islam is not well known. In The First Muslim, Lesley Hazleton brings him vibrantly to life. Drawing on early eyewitness sources and on history, politics, religion, and psychology, she renders him as a man in full, in all his complexity and vitality. Hazleton’s account follows the arc of Muhammad’s rise from powerlessness to power, from anonymity to renown, from insignificance to lasting significance. How did a child shunted to the margins end up revolutionizing his world? How did a merchant come to challenge the established order with a new vision of social justice? How did the pariah hounded out of Mecca turn exile into a new and victorious beginning? How did the outsider become the ultimate insider? Impeccably researched and thrillingly readable, Hazleton’s narrative creates vivid insight into a man navigating between idealism and pragmatism, faith and politics, nonviolence and violence, rejection and acclaim. The First Muslim illuminates not only an immensely significant figure but his lastingly relevant legacy.

This is a new story of Islam. It is the story of the movement which was launched by Muhammad, the Messenger of God, in A.D. 610 in Makkah, and was consummated with the support of his cousin, collaborator and vicegerent, Ali ibn Abi Talib, in A.D. 632 in Medina. It covers a period of ninety years from A.D. 570 when he was born in Makkah, to A.D. 661 when his successor, Ali ibn Abi Talib, was assassinated in Kufa. Countless histories of Islam have been written in the past and will be written in the future. The spectacular advance of Islam in the missionary field in our own times; the renaissance of the Muslim nations after many centuries of slumber; the obtrusion of oil as a new factor in world politics in this century; but above all and most recently, the success of the Islamic Revolution in Iran, all are acting, both in the east and in the west, as catalysts of a new interest in Islam. The Revolution in Iran, has, in fact, triggered a world-wide explosion of interest in Islam, and many new books are being written on the subject - both by Muslims and non-Muslims...