Muhammad, Messenger of Allah – Ash-Shifa of Qadi ‘Iyad

Muhammad, Messenger of Allah is the first English translation of Qadi Iyad’s definitive text ash-Shifa. For a thousand years this beautiful and majestic book has guided the Muslim community to a straight and balanced path in their beliefs and practices concerning the Messenger, blessings of Allah and peace be upon him, in particular and the risalah (the message) in general. This book contains:

• The most comprehensive compilation of Quranic references about the Messenger, with Qadi Iyad’s authoritative commentary on them.

• A complete catalogue of the Messenger’s qualities and life-pattern received in a direct line of transmission by Qadi Iyad.

• A unique record of the salafi community of Madinah’s transactions with and behaviour towards the Messenger of Allah.

• The rights of the Messenger and the honour, obedience and protection due to him and his name from his followers, the Muslim community.