In the Footsteps of the Prophet: Lessons from the Life of Muhammad

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. 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. 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. 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.. More important, Ramadan presents the main events of the Prophet's life in a way that highlights his spiritual and ethical teachings. Now, in his first b

Beautiful Rendition I found this book a moving and intimate account of the prophet's life. Not just a chronological narration of events, but an attempt to bring to life his inner inquiry, challenges, and his character. It combines historical milestones that educate us about the rise and spread of Islam and an engaging story about the main influences on the prophet. Th. Al Faruq said I like his book on Muhammad (s). Though Professor Ramadan skips over quite a few important facts, I like his book on Muhammad (s). There is enough in this book to make appealing to a Muslim reader. I suspect that non-Muslim readers will enjoy it very much. I especially like his incisive analysis and good integration with some key elements of Islam that most other people would not . "Must Read for Muslims and Non-Muslims" according to Amazon Customer. In a society and age where there is much confusion about Prophet Muhammad and Islam in the minds of both Muslims and non-Muslims, this book couldn't have been written at a better time. In the Footsteps of the Prophet pushes you to become a better person, motivated by the exemplary nature of the Prophet as a youth, father, grandfather, husband, empl