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In the Footsteps of the Prophet

Lessons from the Life of Muhammad

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In the Footsteps of the Prophet

By: Tariq Ramadan
Narrated by: Peter Ganim
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Named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most important innovators of the century, Tariq Ramadan is a leading Muslim scholar, with a large following especially among young European and American Muslims. Now, in his first book written for a wide audience, he offers a marvelous biography of the Prophet Muhammad, one that highlights the spiritual and ethical teachings of one of the most influential figures in human history.

Here is a fresh and perceptive look at Muhammad, capturing a life that was often eventful, gripping, and highly charged. Ramadan provides both an intimate portrait of a man who was shy, kind, but determined, as well as a dramatic chronicle of a leader who launched a great religion and inspired a vast empire. More important, Ramadan presents the main events of the Prophet's life in a way that highlights his spiritual and ethical teachings.

This aidopbook underscores the significance of the Prophet's example for some of today's most controversial issues, such as the treatment of the poor, the role of women, Islamic criminal punishments, war, racism, and relations with other religions.

Selecting those facts and stories from which we can draw a profound and vivid spiritual picture, the author asks how can the Prophet's life remain - or become again - an example, a model, and an inspiration? And how can Muslims move from formalism - a fixation on ritual - toward a committed spiritual and social presence?

In this thoughtful and engaging biography, Ramadan offers Muslims a new understanding of Muhammad's life and he introduces non-Muslims not just to the story of the Prophet, but to the spiritual and ethical riches of Islam.

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Explanation is clear and concise
I feel I have a better understanding of our profit

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Excellent Book on the Prophet

Well done by Mr. Ramadan. Congratulation.
Narration is also excellent and clear and without any issues.

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A great reminder of a great man

This book puts down the story of the prophet in a simple yet powerful form that reminds us to be better people and seek to be closer to God.

It does not have a specific focus but offers a broad summary that is a good starting point or a way to be reminded of the overall story.

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Great book to listen to.

This book really captures the essence and meaning of Islam is supposed to be about. Devotion to the One, Peace, and learning. Civilization should improve because Islam not get worse.

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Beautifully written and wonderfully narrated

Loved every moment of it. This is my 2nd fav after Martin Lings book.

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A wonderful book such a treasure!

I was searching for a book that could help me understand Prophet Mohammed as a man and a prophet. This book does an excellent job. it truly help me love, appreciate, and accept my humaness and what most important that our Creator does as well

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Great read!

I really enjoyed this book. I feel like it was a very nice summary of a life that can never be told in one book in its entirety but this one did a very nice job. My only complaint is the narrator's arabic pronunciation wasn't very accurate but you get the idea well enough. I would highly recommend this book to Muslims and non-muslims as a wonderful example of the life of the Prophet (SAW)

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Riveting and captivating. A must listen

What did you love best about In the Footsteps of the Prophet?

Patience, teaching by being an example, trials ànd tribulation but keeping his faith in God all the way, his fairness in dealing with people, etc...

Who was your favorite character and why?

The prophet pbuh

What does Peter Ganim bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He was a decent narrator but his pronunciation of the word "muslim' was annoying. I can't stand it when ppl say moslem.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

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Very very good read or audio book. I only purchased it because I have the utmost respect and admiration for Tarek Ramadan. I don't trust anyone beside the wives and companions when it comes to prophet Muhammad PBUH Biography.

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Inspiring example to live by.

I love this book, it is full of life lessons that one can adopt in day to day existence.

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Great modern biography of Muhammad PBUH.

loved the structure and chapter division, short and straight to the point.
narration is excellent but some parts were hard to relate them to their respective owners.
very enjoyable and recommended listen

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