The Forgotten Caliph: Imām al-Ḥasan b. ʿAlī by Mubeen Raza is a study of the life, virtues and lasting legacy of Sayyidunā Imām al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAlī رضي الله عنه, the beloved grandson of the Prophet ﷺ.
The book explores his blessed childhood, the Prophet’s ﷺ profound love for him, and the affection shown to him by the senior Companions. It also examines his generosity, piety, caliphate and reconciliation, before turning to his martyrdom, descendants, narrations and pearls of wisdom.
This volume also includes Noble Lineage: Benefits and Responsibilities by Imām Ibn ʿĀbidīn al-Shāmī, examining the subject through Qur’anic evidence, hadith traditions and discussion of differing scholarly arguments.
What’s inside
- Six chapters on Imām al-Ḥasan’s life, character and legacy
- Foreword by Shaykh Asrar Rashid
- Includes Noble Lineage: Benefits and Responsibilities by Imām Ibn ʿĀbidīn al-Shāmī
- English-language text
Who is it for?
A valuable addition to any Islamic bookshelf, suitable for personal reading, study circles and readers seeking a deeper appreciation of the Ahl al-Bayt.
Book details
- Author: Mubeen Raza
- Publisher: Hijrah Press
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781914402067