The Earliest Sīrah: The Maghāzī of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ
The Earliest Sīrah: The Maghāzī of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ
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The Earliest Sīrah: The Maghāzī of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ
As narrated by ʿUrwah ibn al-Zubayr
Compiled and Annotated by Shaykh Dr Muṣṭafā al-Aʿẓamī
Discover the earliest recorded account of the life of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.
Long before the famous biographies of Ibn Isḥāq and later Sīrah scholars, ʿUrwah ibn al-Zubayr رحمه الله preserved one of the earliest surviving accounts of the Prophet's ﷺ life. Drawing directly from the Companions—including his aunt, Sayyidah ʿĀʾishah رضي الله عنها—this remarkable work provides an authentic glimpse into the formative years of Islam.
Beautifully compiled and annotated by Shaykh Dr Muṣṭafā al-Aʿẓamī رحمه الله, this edition presents the Prophet's ﷺ expeditions and pivotal events through one of the most trusted early sources, making it an invaluable resource for students and lovers of Sīrah alike.
Inside This Book
This work explores the foundations of Prophetic biography, including:
- One of the earliest surviving accounts of the Prophet's ﷺ life.
- The major battles and expeditions (Maghāzī) of the Prophet ﷺ.
- Authentic narrations transmitted through the Companions.
- The historical foundations of classical Sīrah literature.
- Insights into the methodology of early Muslim historians.
- Scholarly annotations that provide valuable historical context.
Why Read This Book?
- One of the earliest and most authentic sources on the Prophet's ﷺ life.
- Compiled and annotated by the renowned scholar Dr Muṣṭafā al-Aʿẓamī.
- Offers a unique perspective from a Tābiʿī closely connected to the Companions.
- Ideal for students of Sīrah, Islamic history, and Hadith.
- Written in an accessible style while preserving scholarly authenticity.
About the Narrator
ʿUrwah ibn al-Zubayr رحمه الله (22–94 AH / 642–712 CE) was among the Seven Great Jurists of Madinah and one of the most distinguished scholars of the Tābiʿūn. As the nephew of Sayyidah ʿĀʾishah رضي الله عنها and the son of al-Zubayr ibn al-ʿAwwām and Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr رضي الله عنهما, he inherited knowledge from some of the greatest Companions of the Prophet ﷺ.
His Maghāzī became one of the earliest and most trusted historical sources, laying the foundation for generations of Sīrah scholarship.
About the Compiler
Shaykh Dr Muṣṭafā al-Aʿẓamī رحمه الله was an internationally renowned scholar of Hadith and Qur'anic studies. Educated at Dārul ʿUlūm Deoband, Al-Azhar University, and the University of Cambridge, he dedicated his life to preserving the authenticity of the Islamic tradition through groundbreaking academic research and scholarship.
His works continue to inspire students, researchers, and scholars around the world.
Who Is This Book For?
Whether you are beginning your journey into the Sīrah of the Prophet ﷺ or seeking to study its earliest preserved sources, The Earliest Sīrah offers a unique opportunity to connect with one of Islam's foundational historical texts.
Rooted in authentic narrations and enriched with expert annotations, this book is ideal for students of knowledge, educators, researchers, and anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of the life, mission, and legacy of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.