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"So relate the stories that perhaps they will give thought." — Surah Al-A'raf (7:176)
From Adam, the first of mankind and the first of the Prophets, to Jesus, son of Mary — the stories of Allah's Messengers are among the most profound, moving, and instructive narratives ever told. Stories of the Prophets by the renowned Imam Ibn Kathir brings these sacred accounts together in one authoritative volume, compiled with meticulous care from the Quran and the authentically reported narrations of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Ibn Kathir — one of Islam's most celebrated Quranic commentators, Hadith scholars, and historians — approached this work with the same rigorous authenticity that defines all of his scholarship. Every story is grounded in sound sources, presenting the lives and trials of the Prophets and Messengers with the honesty, balance, and reverence they deserve. Neither falling into the exaggeration that has crept into other faith traditions, nor diminishing the honourable status Allah has granted His chosen Messengers, this book treads the straight path of authentic Islamic knowledge.
Believing in all of Allah's Prophets and Messengers is one of the six pillars of faith — and this book brings that belief to life in the most vivid and meaningful way. Whether you are reading these stories for the first time or returning to them as a student of Islamic knowledge, Ibn Kathir's masterwork will deepen your faith, expand your understanding, and leave you reflecting on the timeless wisdom woven through every Prophet's journey.
This revised second edition has been translated into English by Husain Maqbool, making one of the most important works in the Islamic literary tradition accessible to a new generation of readers.
Key Features:
- Covers the stories of all the major Prophets from Adam to Jesus, peace be upon them all
- Compiled strictly from the Quran and authentically reported Hadith
- Authored by Imam Ibn Kathir — one of Islam's most authoritative scholars
- Maintains the correct Islamic balance — avoiding both exaggeration and diminishment
- Revised second edition, translated into English by Husain Maqbool
- An essential reference for students of Quran, Hadith, and Islamic history
A landmark work of Islamic scholarship — essential reading for every Muslim seeking to know, love, and reflect upon the lives of Allah's chosen Prophets and Messengers.