• Muhammad

  • His Life Based on the Earliest Sources
  • By: Martin Lings
  • Narrated by: Sean Barrett
  • Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (840 ratings)

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Muhammad

By: Martin Lings
Narrated by: Sean Barrett
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Publisher's summary

Widely recognized as the best biography of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) in English, Dr. Martin Lings' award-winning book is now available in audio, read by well-known narrator Sean Barrett. This excellent audiobook is the first of its kind and has been selected by a number of organizations as a worthy introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), including Muslim Welfare House, London, and the Muslim Council of Britain.
©2003 Meem Ltd. (P)2003 Meem Ltd.

Critic reviews

"This work is widely recognized as the most readable account of the life of the Prophet to date." ( The Times, London)
"For those interested in Islam in one way or another, it is mesmerizing." ( Parabola)

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Breathtaking experience

It was well written and the narrator did a superb job. I was glued. Mind you I’m a Muslim and know most of the story but it was captivating enough that I didn’t want to put it down. If i could i would’ve binge-listened to it!

Absolutely amazing. I can’t recommend it enough for both Muslims and non-Muslims.

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worth it

thanks again for the book would be great to hear about the empire and legacy of the Muslim world after the death of the Messenger of Allah.

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Informative

Informative, particularly what must be the memoirs of one of his younger wives. As this book has been so thoroughly approved by many prominent areas of the worldwide Muslim community, I presume they would recommend it as introduction to their faith.

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The Life of the Beloved Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)

First, I loved it, especially in how the narrator took the time in great lengths to talk about the life of the Prophet of Islam. Second, as a Muslim it made me feel very good inside and happy to hear about all the good things associated with the Prophet.

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Loved it!!

For muslims and non Muslim, it is truly a very well written book. Encourage everyone to buy it.

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Beautiful recalling of the Life of God's Messenger

Though not an authoritative account of the Sirah, this bookish a great intro to The Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) life. I recommend it to anyone who wants to know about who this great man was.
The reading and performance were done well and overall it was a good experience. I finished it in one sitting.

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Wonderful book

I suppose, it’s the best book to read about history of Islam. I was pleasantly surprised!

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The narrator was great

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The author tells the story as it is. The story comes across as balanced without being patronizing or apologetic.

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ABRIDGED

Please note this is ABRIDGED version missing many details of the original book. Great performance.

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Ya Rasoolallah

Loved the reverence and eloquence the read had in this important work. May Allah be pleased with the people responsible for this work.

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