History of Islam 3: Uthman ibn Affan (R)
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History of Islam 3: Uthman ibn Affan (R)
$19.99
About This Book
This is the third book in Darussalam's History of Islam reader series for young people, which covers the four Rightly-Guided Caliphs. It tells the life of 'Uthman ibn 'Affan (may Allah be pleased with him), the third caliph, and describes the Muslim community during his time.
The book explains how 'Uthman was chosen, what his caliphate achieved, and how the turmoil at the end of his rule led to his martyrdom. It is written in simple language for students around grade six and can be used as part of an Islamic studies curriculum.
What's Inside
- His early life, family, and the title Dhu'n-Nurayn
- His acceptance of Islam, marriage to Ruqayyah, and emigration to Abyssinia
- His generosity: the well of Rumah, the Tabuk expedition, and the expansion of the Prophet's Mosque
- How the council led by 'Abdur-Rahman ibn 'Awf selected him as caliph
- Conquests in Egypt, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and North Africa
- Public spending, including the first Muslim navy and the move of the port to Jeddah
- Uniting the Muslims on a single Mushaf, and the stages of the Qur'an's compilation
- The turmoil, the siege of Madinah, and his martyrdom
Key Features
- Colorful illustrations
- References to the Qur'an and Sunnah
- Activities at the end of each chapter
Who It's For
- Students around grade six (ages 10 and up)
- Islamic schools and weekend school teachers
- Parents teaching Islamic history at home
Book Details
- Series: History of Islam: A Reader Series (Book 3)
- Publisher: Darussalam
- Level: Grade Six (Age group 10+)