Asad al-Ghabah fī Maʿrifat al-Ṣahābah volume 6-7
Asad ul‑Ghubata fi Marifat ul‑Sahaba (also Usd al‑Ghabah fi Maʿrifat al‑Ṣahabah) is a classical Islamic biographical encyclopedia by the renowned historian ʿIzz al‑Dīn Abū al‑Ḥasan Ibn al‑Aṭṭīr. It meticulously documents the lives, characters, contributions, and key events of the companions (Ṣahābah) of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, presenting detailed entries arranged alphabetically. The work draws on earlier authoritative sources and serves as a primary reference for scholars of early Islamic history. It includes accounts of more than 7,500 companions, covering their origins, virtues, roles in major events, battles, and relations with the Prophet ﷺ. As a comprehensive resource, the book not only highlights individual biographies but also preserves narrations and historical contexts that illuminate the development of the early Muslim community. This book is highly valued in Sunni school of thought.
Published By:
Allama Abi Hassan Ali Jazri Ibn Athir
Published Date:
June 15, 2026
Pages:
675
Subjects:
Companions
Available Format:
(79.84)
Action:
Description
Asad ul‑Ghubata fi Marifat ul‑Sahaba (also Usd al‑Ghabah fi Maʿrifat al‑Ṣahabah) is a classical Islamic biographical encyclopedia by the renowned historian ʿIzz al‑Dīn Abū al‑Ḥasan Ibn al‑Aṭṭīr. It meticulously documents the lives, characters, contributions, and key events of the companions (Ṣahābah) of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, presenting detailed entries arranged alphabetically. The work draws on earlier authoritative sources and serves as a primary reference for scholars of early Islamic history. It includes accounts of more than 7,500 companions, covering their origins, virtues, roles in major events, battles, and relations with the Prophet ﷺ. As a comprehensive resource, the book not only highlights individual biographies but also preserves narrations and historical contexts that illuminate the development of the early Muslim community. This book is highly valued in Sunni school of thought.
