Al-Imam al-Waqidi
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The Islamic Conquest of Syria – A Translation of Futuhusham: The inspiring history of the Sahabah’s conquest of Syria
“Glory be to Allah, the keys of Syria
have been given to me,” proclaimed Rasulullah (PBUH) at a time when
Muslims were facing complete destruction. Yet fourteen years later,
Yazid bin Abi Sufyan marched into Caesarea, the last Roman stronghold of
resistance in Syria.
The Islamic Conquest Of Syria, is the
first complete English translation of Futuhusham, the ninth century
Arabic classic detailing the Muslim advance into Syria. The English
reader has, for the first time, the opportunity to read about the great
epic struggle of a small ill-equipped band of Muslims that overthrew the
superpower of their day. Events only briefly mentioned in other books
are graphically described here, such as the Battle of Al Yarmuk, which
changed the course of world history. The great personalities of early
Islam are brought to life in a unique way. The strategies of Khalid bin
al Walid, the piety of Abu Ubaydah al Jarrah, the bravery of Dirar al
Kindi and many more are vividly described. The text also sheds light on
some lesser-known aspects of Islamic history such as the significant
role of women and Roman princes who had embraced Islam
Al Imam Al Waqidi, the great historian,
was born at the beginning of 130 AH in Al Madinah, where he began his
studies. He migrated to Iraq in 180 AH during the reign of Mamun ar
Rashid. There Yahya al Barmaki welcomed him due to his great learning
and he was included as one of Mamun’s elite. He was soon appointed as
judge and held this post until his death in 207 AH.
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