Khadija

by Naima Sohaib

Khadija was the first wife of Prophet Muhammad. Her extraordinary personality and strength cause her to stand out on the pages of history. She was the first person to embrace Islam, and she stood behind the Prophet and lent him strength as he went through unbearable stress and suffering. A highly successful businesswoman, she was the one who proposed to the Prophet despite being 15 years older and a widowed mother. Her devotion as a believer, her loyalty as a wife, her success as a businesswoman and her admirable skills as a mother make her an inspiration and a role model for Muslim women today in every phase and domain of life.

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Published September 28, 2016

About the author

Naima Sohaib, is the author of “Tareekh-e-Islam ki Azeem Shaksiat”, a 500-page book in Urdu about twenty most prominent Muslim scholars, reformists, revivalists and caliphs of the last 1400 years, including several from the twentieth century. The book is written in easy language, punctuated occasionally by pertinent and thought-provoking comments by the author.

Naima has a Masters in Islamic Studies from University of Karachi and did her B.Sc. in Mathematics from Lahore College for Women. She has also authored several storybooks for children. She lives in Karachi with her husband and four daughters.”

Reviews

[Sincerely, Lila · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very basic book about Khadijah, it speaks about her childhood, as well as her marriage to Muhammad. I did find it beautiful that she mentioned that Khadijah didn't travel herself but let others do it for her.
I did have some questions about the book that I will ask to others, but definitely a great read.
(and free on Apple Books app)


Also my issue with the book was that it didn't quote the sources, I would like to see sources so I can actually source my questions...

[Jestora (muaad) the poet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative and concise. Much better than the Imam Shafie book (which unnecessarily mentioned skin colour of slaves and used too much academic jargon) this simple book teaches you the virtue of Khadija and allows you to appreciate her virtue.

[Nawal Azhar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written! A must read for all people who wish to read a basic intro into Khadija R.A. 's life and personality. A small read.

[Leniwa Wenus · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was interesting to discover that the start of Islam was funded by a woman.

[Dilara Güner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love reading about the honourful, intelligent, strong and inspirational Khadija RA.

[Aaron Schuschu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not much more than what I already knew of Khadija

[Nayab · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a little bit hard to understand because of the words that the author chooses, otherwise it's very nice book