Islamic History

Abraha’s Elephant and the Destruction of Ka`bah

The article relates the story of the elephant and the coming of Abraha to destroy the Ka`bah and the situation of Arabs at that time and how Allah the Almighty protected His House.

At-Tirmidhi: Imam of Hadith and Fiqh

The article touches on some of the sides of the life of Imam At-Tirmidhi and talks about his works, teachers, journeys and students.

The Companions’ Series: `Abbad Ibn Bishr

At times of sacrifice and death, `Abbad ibn Bishr would always be in the front line. When it was time for receiving his share of rewards, he would only be found after much effort and difficulty.

Abu Dawud: The Faqih and Scholar of Hadith

The article touches on some of the sides of Imam Abu Dawud’s biography as well as his works, sheikhs and students.

Preparations for the Coming of Prophet Muhammad

The article talks about the prophecies about the coming of Prophet Muhammad and the information that the people had regarding his Prophethood before he proclaim his message.

Muslim: The Leading Scholar of Hadith

The article touches on some of the sides of Imam Muslim ibn Al-Hajjaj’s biography as well as his works, sheikhs and students.

Al-Bukhari: The Imam of Hadith and Sunnah

The article touches on some of the sides of Imam Muhammad ibn Isma`il Al-Bukhari’s biography in addition to his works, sheikhs and students.

The Battle of Badr: The First Decisive Battle in the History of Islam

What is the story of the battle of Badr? What was the number of the Muslim army? What was the reason of the battle? When did the battle took place?

Prophet Muhammad on the Night Journey

What do you know about the Prophet’s miraculous night journey? What happened on that journey? Who did he meet?

The Prophet’s Miraculous Night Journey: A Gift and a Test

What kind of gifts was the Night Journey to the Prophet from his Lord? How did it distinguish between the true believers and others? What lessons did it mean to teach?

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