A Biography of the Best Man in Creation: Prophet MUHAMMAD And His Honorable Companions: The golden book of Islam

by Dr. Hassan Ashmawy, Emily Richardson (Editor), Haya M. Eid (Translator)

Introduction by His Eminence, the Mufti of the Republic of Zimbabwe All praise be to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon the best of creation, our master Muhammad (PBBUH), and upon his noble family and Companions It brings us great pleasure to see the efforts made by our good friend and big brother, Dr. Hassan `Ashmawy, crystallized in this book. This work, which was completed after several years of sincere dedication and perseverance, brings to light the early Islamic history, starting with the blessed biography of our noble Prophet Muhammad (PBBUH). Dr. Hassan `Ashmawy has delivered a lecture series in several mosques across the country. This well-received and highly popular series has also been delivered in Zambia, Botswana, South Africa, and other countries. Today, as we see this hard work culminating in this book, we feel it a blessing and a favor from Almighty Allah and, by His Will, a sign of acceptance of his effort. Dr. Hassan `Ashmawy made these efforts and sacrifices to complete this work along with his main occupation as a medical surgeon. He exerted praiseworthy efforts in helping our people of Zimbabwe. He founded the Islamic Medical Association of Zimbabwe, with the aim of assisting the poor and treating them at no cost. The Association now has branches in most of the country’s provinces. All thanks and praise be to Allah. We ask Allah, the Most Exalted, to protect our brother Dr. Hassan`Ashmawy, and to bless him for the effort and work he is doing to serve Islam and Muslims. I am certain that this book shall provide great benefit and value to us all. May Allah, the Exalted, accept this effort and make it a continuous success. Sheikh Isma`il Musa Menk Mufti of the Republic of Zimbabwe Friday 26 Sha`ban 1434, 5 July 2013. The Objective of Narrating the Prophetic Biography The objective of narrating the biography of the Beloved, Chosen Prophet Muhammad (PBBUH) is not to retell stories; there are important aims behind this piece of work, which are outlined Learning and Extracting Lessons from His Life The Prophet’s (PBBUH) 1 life offers numerous lessons that we need to pause and reflect on. They should serve as a lamp and a guide for us to live by. If we wish to talk about the best teacher in history, or the best politician, or the best military commander, or the best father and husband, or the best healer of the hearts and souls – it is the Beloved, Chosen Prophet Muhammad (PBBUH). He is indeed the greatest of Allah’s Messengers and the Imam of all prophets. Allah, Glorified be He, describes him in the noble Qur’an, “Indeed, you (Muhammad) are of a great moral character.” (Al-Qalam 68:4) We should drink insatiably of this river of knowledge and learn as many lessons and teachings as we can about both our religion and life’s dealings. Reviving the Love of the Messenger of Allah (PBBUH) in Our Hearts The love of the Prophet (PBBUH) is not something optional or to be taken lightly. It is an obligation from Allah (Exalted be He) put upon every believer by His “The Prophet is closer to the believers than their own selves.” (Al- Ahzab 33:6) A true believer’s love for the Messenger of Allah (PBBUH) should be greater and more deserving than their love for themselves. The Companions and Their Love for the Prophet (PBBUH): The Companions had full realization of the importance of loving Prophet Muhammad (PBBUH). Their love for him was greater than their love for themselves. There are numerous examples of this which will be explored further in the following chapters.

696 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 15, 2021