Stories of the Prophets by Imam Ibn Kathir
Stories of the Prophets by Imam Ibn Kathir
The book "Stories of the Prophets" by Imam Al-Hafiz Ibn Kathir is a historical encyclopedia that narrates the lives of the prophets and messengers, starting from the creation of Adam (peace be upon him) up to Jesus (peace be upon him).
This book is considered a compilation of stories extracted from his famous work "Al-Bidaya wa Al-Nihaya", where it presents the history of the prophets and their missionary journey according to what is mentioned in the Holy Quran, citing Quranic verses and prophetic hadiths, along with clarifying their authenticity.
The book begins by narrating the story of the creation of Adam (peace be upon him), then covers the stories of other prophets such as Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, and others, up to Jesus (peace be upon him). It also highlights the call and educational aspects in the life of each prophet, focusing on the lessons and morals that can be drawn from their biographies.
The most prominent contents of the index of the book "Stories of the Prophets" by Imam Ibn Kathir
Chapter on God being the Creator of everything
Regarding the description of the creation of the Throne and the Footstool
Mention of the Preserved Tablet
What is mentioned about the creation of the heavens and the earth and what is between them
Mention of the creation of the heavens and the signs within them
Mention of the creation of angels and their attributes
Mention of the creation of the jinn and the story of Satan