Tuesday 11 October 2011

Why Islamic Books on Seerat-un-Nabi (SAW) Play a Vital Part in a Muslim's Life

Seerat-un-Nabi (SAW) refers to the life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Knowledge about this topic is a fundamental and vital part of a Muslim's faith and due to this very fact numerous scholars have written Islamic books pertaining to this subject. These books are available in a variety of languages across the globe, but with the majority being published in English or Arabic. In addition, a large number of books on the life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) are also written in Urdu. The more commonly available Seerat Islamic books in Urdu are written by well renowned scholars including Mufti Taqi Usmani, Allama Shibhli Noumani, Allama Abdul Mustafa Aazmi and Moulana Safi ur Rehman.
Seerat un Nabi is a topic that has oceans of information available about, as it relates to the life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) including the time from his birth to his death. It elaborates on the time period when the religion Islam spread based on the temperament and exemplary behavior of the prophet. A large number of these Islamic books also narrate the different relationships of Muhammad (SAW) with his companions, followers and relatives and in turn helps the followers of Islam to lead their lives accordingly.
Islamic books on the seerat of the prophet also have another common topic of discussion. They recount the incidents and events of the Prophet's life divided into the two segments; his life in Mecca and life in Medina after leaving his birth town. Migration of Muhammad (SAW) and his companions was an extremely important part of his life and it also marked a significant milestone in the spread of Islam.
The battles fought by Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companions against the non believers also receive prominent illustration in seerat un nabi Islamic books, as they also symbolize changes and advancements in the spread of the religion. In addition, information about these battles help present day Muslims understand the adversity, hardships and sufferings faced by the holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) and his family, friends and followers.
These Islamic books not only provide Muslims with the opportunity of learning in depth about the complete life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), but can also prove to be a treasure of information for the Non Muslims interested in expanding their knowledge about the beacon of the religion Islam. These books also assist many to learn and follow in his footsteps in order to become more devoted and better Muslims.

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