This book offers a compilation of the stories of the prophets from ‘Al-Bidayah wan-Nihayah’ (The Beginning and the End), a renowned work by the esteemed Muslim exegete and historian, Ibn Kathir. This work holds a significant position in Islamic literature. The stories of the prophets and their life events are firmly grounded in evidence from the Qur’anic Verses and the Sunnah (traditions) of the Prophet Muhammad (S). Additionally, when necessary, other sources have been referenced to provide historical context, but these sources have been thoroughly scrutinized through comparative study to ensure their authenticity.
Ibn Kathir meticulously incorporates the perspectives and interpretations of the prominent Qur’anic exegeses from his time. The narratives of the stories of the prophets are presented in chronological order, lending a historical essence to the book. This systemic and well-organized approach enables readers to comprehend the progression of events and the unfolding of divine guidance throughout the prophetic stories. As a result, readers gain a profound understanding of the lives and teachings of the prophets, enriched by the sources drawn directly from the Qur’an and the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
