The true promise

Author's name: Taha Hussein

In this remarkable book, the Dean of Arabic Literature, Dr. Taha Hussein, recounts the lives of six of the finest companions of the Prophet Muhammad, who were among the first to defend the faith of God: Bilal ibn Rabah, Suhaib ibn Sinan, Abdullah ibn Masoud, Khabbab ibn al-Aratt, Salim, the freed slave of Abu Hudhayfah, and Ammar ibn Yasir. Despite their differing lineages and social backgrounds, they were united in enduring all forms of torture in the valleys of Mecca at the hands of the disbelievers, led by Abu Jahl. They did not waver in their faith, nor did they deviate from their beliefs. Dr. Taha Hussein chronicles their lives with his flowing style and captivating language, then takes us to Medina to witness their contributions during the era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs and the various roles they played in serving and elevating the religion. He seamlessly weaves their stories into a rich and intricate narrative, weaving together their tales into a complex tapestry of events and details.