Hijrah: In the Footsteps of the Prophet

This book follows Prophet Muhammad's Hijrah from Makkah to Madinah,using the sacred landscape as a receptacle for its stories,memories,and events,providing tangible links between us and the journey.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2022
Publisher: Hirmer Verlag

Introduction:
The Hijrah,the journey of the Prophet Muhammad (*) from Makkah to Madinah,is one of the most significant events in Islamic history. It marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. The Hijrah also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah. This book aims to explore the Hijrah in greater detail,by examining the historical,geographical and cultural aspects of the journey.
Historical Background:
The Hijrah took place in the year 622 CE,when the Prophet (*) was 40 years old. At the time,Makkah was the capital of the Arab kingdom of Arabia,and it was a center of worship for the polytheistic Arabs. The Prophet (*) was deeply disturbed by the idolatry and corruption that he saw in Makkah,and he felt that he needed to establish a new community that was based on the teachings of Islam.
The Prophet (*) began to receive divine revelations,which instructed him to leave Makkah and migrate to a place that was more conducive to the establishment of Islam. The place that the Prophet (*) chose was Yathrib,a small oasis town located in the Hejaz region of Arabia. Yathrib was a peaceful and prosperous town,and it was well-suited for the establishment of an Islamic community.
The Prophet (*) and his followers began to migrate from Makkah to Yathrib in the month of Ramadan. The journey was long and difficult,as they faced many challenges along the way. They were persecuted by the polytheistic Arabs,who saw them as a threat to their way of life. However,the Prophet (*) and his followers remained steadfast in their faith,and they continued to migrate until they reached Yathrib.
Once in Yathrib,the Prophet (*) and his followers began to establish an Islamic community. They built a mosque,and they began to practice the teachings of Islam. The people of Yathrib were initially skeptical of the Prophet (*) and his followers,but they eventually accepted them as members of their community.
The Hijrah was a significant event in the history of Islam,as it marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. It also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah.
Geographical Background:
The Hijrah took place in the Hejaz region of Arabia,which is located in the western part of the Arabian Peninsula. The Hejaz region is known for its rugged terrain,and it is home to many important historical sites. The Hijrah took place during the dry season,which is the most suitable time for travel in the region.
The Hijrah began in Makkah,the capital of the Arab kingdom of Arabia. The Prophet (*) and his followers began to migrate from Makkah to Yathrib,a small oasis town located in the Hejaz region of Arabia. The journey was long and difficult,as they faced many challenges along the way. They were persecuted by the polytheistic Arabs,who saw them as a threat to their way of life. However,the Prophet (*) and his followers remained steadfast in their faith,and they continued to migrate until they reached Yathrib.
Once in Yathrib,the Prophet (*) and his followers began to establish an Islamic community. They built a mosque,and they began to practice the teachings of Islam. The people of Yathrib were initially skeptical of the Prophet (*) and his followers,but they eventually accepted them as members of their community.
The Hijrah was a significant event in the history of Islam,as it marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. It also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah.
Cultural Background:
The Hijrah was a significant event in the history of Islam,as it marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. It also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah. The Hijrah also had a significant impact on the culture of the Hejaz region,as it brought new ideas and practices to the region.
The Hijrah brought new ideas and practices to the Hejaz region,such as the concept of monotheism and the teachings of Islam. The people of the Hejaz region were initially skeptical of these new ideas,but they eventually accepted them as part of their culture. The Hijrah also brought new technologies and innovations to the region,such as the use of the camel for transportation and the development of irrigation systems.
The Hijrah also had a significant impact on the culture of the Arab kingdom. The people of the Arab kingdom of Arabia were initially skeptical of the Prophet (*) and his followers,but they eventually accepted them as members of their community. The Hijrah also brought new ideas and practices to the Arab kingdom of Arabia,such as the concept of monotheism and the teachings of Islam.
The Hijrah was a significant event in the history of Islam,as it marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. It also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah. It also had a significant impact on the culture of the Hejaz region,as it brought new ideas and practices to the region.
Conclusion:
In conclusion,the Hijrah was a significant event in the history of Islam,as it marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the establishment of the first Islamic state. It also marked a turning point in the life of the Prophet (*),as he left his home in Makkah to establish a new community in Madinah. The Hijrah also had a significant impact on the culture of the Hejaz region,as it brought new ideas and practices to the region. This book aims to explore the Hijrah in greater detail,by examining the historical,geographical and cultural aspects of the journey. By doing so,we can gain a greater appreciation of the Hijrah story and its significance in the history of Islam.

Weight: 1728g
Dimension: 256 x 293 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783777439969