Kitab At-Tabaqat Al-Kabir Vol 3 – Companions of Badr | Islamic History Book

Kitab At-Tabaqat Al-Kabir Vol 3 – Companions of Badr | Islamic History Book

Kitab At-Tabaqat Al-Kabir Volume 3: The Companions of Badr is a remarkable work of Islamic history by the renowned scholar Muhammad Ibn Sa’d, translated by Aisha Bewley. This volume focuses on the noble Companions who participated in the Battle of Badr, one of the most significant events in early Islam, along with the leaders of the Ansar involved in the Pledge of Aqaba. The book provides detailed biographical accounts, highlighting their faith, sacrifices, and contributions to Islam. As one of the earliest and most authentic historical sources, it offers valuable insights into the lives of the Sahabah and the development of the Muslim community during the first two centuries.

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Kitab At-Tabaqat Al-Kabir by Abu ‘Abdullah Muhammad ibn Sa‘d is one of the most important and earliest surviving collections of biographical details of the early Muslims, spanning just over the first two centuries of Islam.The scope of the work of Ibn Sa‘d covers the time of the Rashidun Khalifs, the Umayyads, and the ‘Abbasids. This third volume of the Tabaqat (Volume III) deals with the Companions who were present at the Battle of Badr and with the Leaders of the Ansar who participated in the Pledge of ‘Aqaba.

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Muhammad Ibn Sa'd’s Kitab at-Tabaqat al-Kabir – Volume III: The Companions of Badr is a classical and authoritative Islamic work that presents detailed biographies of the earliest Muslims, offering deep insight into their lives, character, and contributions.

Historical Significance

Written by Muhammad Ibn Sa'd, this work is among the earliest and most important sources on Islamic history, covering the first two centuries of Islam, including the eras of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, Umayyads, and Abbasids.

Focus on the Companions of Badr

This volume specifically highlights the noble Companions who participated in the Battle of Badr, as well as the leaders of the Ansar involved in the Pledge of ‘Aqaba—showcasing their ایمان, sacrifice, and dedication.

Authentic Scholarly Compilation

Based on extensive research and reliable sources, the book provides a vivid and trustworthy account of early Muslim personalities and their extraordinary lives.

Accessible English Translation

Translated by Aisha Bewley, the work makes classical Islamic scholarship accessible to modern English readers while preserving its authenticity and context.

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Muhammad Ibn Sa'd's
Kitab at-Tabaqat al-Kabir
Volume III The Companions of Badr
Translated by Aisha Bewley
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The KITAB AT-TABAQAT AL-KABIR by Abu Abdullah Muhammad ibn Sad is one of the most important and earliest surviving collections of biographical details of the early Muslims, spanning just over the first two centuries of Islam. It is a rich storehouse of information compiled from all the sources available to ibn Sa'd, as a result of which, the reader is given a vivid insight into the lives of the early Muslims and how extraordinary they were.
The scope of the work of Ibn Sa'd covers the time of the Rashidun Khalifs, the Umayyads, and the Abbasids. This third volume of the Tabagat (Volume III) deals with the Companions who were present at the Battle of Badr and with the Leaders of the Ansar who partici pated in the Pledge of 'Aqaba.
IBN SA'D (148 AH/764 CE to 230 AH/844 CE) was born in Basra, but moved to Baghdad where he studied under various people, including al-Waqidi. He also visited Kufa and Madina in his quest for knowledge and many authorities have testified to his reliability.
AISHA ABDARRAHMAN AT-TURJUMANA BEWLEY is one of today's most reliable and prolific translators of classical works from Arabic into English and has worked for over twenty years to make the contents of many classical Arabic works accessible to English-speaking readers. As a Muslim translator, she not only understands Arabic but also the teachings and history of Islam, so is able to represent
the work in the correct context.

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Page no:1
Muhammad Ibn Sa'd's
Kitab at-Tabaqat al-Kabir
Volume III The Companions of Badr
Translated by Aisha Bewley
Page:02
The KITAB AT-TABAQAT AL-KABIR by Abu Abdullah Muhammad ibn Sad is one of the most important and earliest surviving collections of biographical details of the early Muslims, spanning just over the first two centuries of Islam. It is a rich storehouse of information compiled from all the sources available to ibn Sa'd, as a result of which, the reader is given a vivid insight into the lives of the early Muslims and how extraordinary they were.
The scope of the work of Ibn Sa'd covers the time of the Rashidun Khalifs, the Umayyads, and the Abbasids. This third volume of the Tabagat (Volume III) deals with the Companions who were present at the Battle of Badr and with the Leaders of the Ansar who partici pated in the Pledge of 'Aqaba.
IBN SA'D (148 AH/764 CE to 230 AH/844 CE) was born in Basra, but moved to Baghdad where he studied under various people, including al-Waqidi. He also visited Kufa and Madina in his quest for knowledge and many authorities have testified to his reliability.
AISHA ABDARRAHMAN AT-TURJUMANA BEWLEY is one of today's most reliable and prolific translators of classical works from Arabic into English and has worked for over twenty years to make the contents of many classical Arabic works accessible to English-speaking readers. As a Muslim translator, she not only understands Arabic but also the teachings and history of Islam, so is able to represent
the work in the correct context.