Dr. Aid al-Qarni has authored A Mercy to Humanity, a book intended for all students of knowledge. Through this unique study, al-Qarni offers personal reflections on the events of Prophet Muhammad's life, as well as a vivid portrayal of his noble character. The emotionally charged commentary is enriched with evocative language, and is narrated in the author's engaging style that readers have come to appreciate.
However, al-Qarni clarifies that his work is not a conventional biography or a compendium of praises for the Prophet (PBUH). As the Prophet is too great and noble to be adequately described by someone like himself, and Allah has already praised and elevated his status. Similarly, this is not a historical work with events presented in a strict chronological order. Even a portion of the Prophet's life cannot be fully captured by anyone, as his noble qualities are too many to count.
So, why did al-Qarni write this work? Simply put, he wanted to capture his own thoughts, emotions, and ideas about the Prophet in writing, much like other writers before him. The book is a personal expression of the author's admiration and longing for his leader, teacher, and role model. Through A Mercy to Humanity, al-Qarni hopes to remind both himself and the reader of our duties towards the Prophet (PBUH).
Author: `A'id al-Qarni
Translator: Faisal Muhammad Shafeeq
Format: Hardback
Pages: 628
Publisher: IIPH
Published: 2014
ISBN: 9786035011938
Dimensions: 14.5 x 21.5 cm