QUESTION:
What is Shiekh Yasser al-Habib opinion of the Encyclopedia of Islamic History by Sheikh Muhammad Hadi Al-Yusufi Al-Gharawi? Which historical books do you advise us to read about the first centuries of Islam and the life of the Prophet (may Allah’’s blessings and peace be upon him and his family) and his family (peace be upon them) and what the rulers did in their time?
ANSWER:
In the Name of Allah, the All-Beneficent, the All-Merciful.
May Allah bless Muhammad and his Family and damn their enemies.
After consulting the Sheikh, he stated:
- He has not read this encyclopedia.
- The Sheikh advises you to read: Awalim Al-Ulum by al-Muhaddith al-Bahrani, Al-Mab’ath wa Al-Maghazi by Aban ibn Taghleb, Muntaha Al-Amal by al-Muhaddith al- Qummi. The book of Sifin by Nasir bin Muzahim, the Book of Salaym bin Qais, Al-Gharat by al-Thaqafi, and the volumes on biography in Bihar Al-Anwar.
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