Nur al-Yaqin

About this book

This annotated English adaptation includes: An original English adaptation of al-Khuḍarī's Arabic work Introductions and key takeaways for all 22 chapters A glossary of Arabic terms and contextual notes A source list and a guide to the editorial approach The life of the Prophet Muhammad, with context to help you follow the story.From the early years in Mecca to the growth of the Muslim community in Medina, Nūr al-Yaqīn - The Light of Certainty brings the classical seerah into an annotated English edition. Follow the coming of revelation, the challenges faced by the first Muslims, the Hijrah, the major events of the Medinan years, and the Farewell Pilgrimage, followed by chapters on the Prophet's character and miracles.Based on the Arabic work of Muḥammad ibn ʿAfīfī al-Khuḍarī and adapted and annotated in English by Imad Faraj, this edition offers a connected narrative supported by explanations for readers without Arabic. Chapter introductions help you orient yourself; end-of-chapter key takeaways help you revisit what you have read.Read on your own, or return to it with a study circle.The glossary explains Arabic terms, while contextual notes and the source list support further reading. Notes on the text explain the editorial approach and how this adaptation relates to its classical source.This is an annotated adaptation, not a word-for-word translation. It is intended for adult readers exploring the seerah in English, students seeking an introduction to al-Khuḍarī's account, and reading groups looking for a structured text to discuss.