The Genius of Muhammad - Paperback

by Mostafa Ali Ismail (Translator), Abbas Mahmoud Al-Akkad (Author)

Although the biography of Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH), has been the subject of many studies, books, references, and commentaries, the book written in Arabic by the Author, Abbas Mahmoud Al-Akkad, remains unique in the way it has addressed the personality of the Prophet (PBUH), producing such an elegant thesis. This book is not a mere citation of the acts and traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH); rather, Al-Akkad opted to dive deeply into the traits and attributes underlying the Prophet's legacy as a manifestation of his genius, still as a human being. According to Al-Akkad, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had naturally practiced all facets of genius and greatness, because he was gifted by the talents that had made him the best preacher, politician, manager, warier, friend, and father. The Author illustrated how the Prophet (PBUH) had such lively heart, soul, and conscience that enabled him to register the irrefutable genius in every creation around him, subtle or obvious, from the air lifting of a single grain of sand to the ever-glowing sun and moon. It was such lively elements instilled in the Prophet that prepared him for the divine call and enabled him to endure the struggle associated with receiving the 'heavy' message and delivering it successfully to all mankind. And in the way the Prophet reflected upon the genius of all creations around us is a strong message to every human being to search, ponder, and listen to the wonders of Allah's creation. The Author succeeded in presenting Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a human being whose human nature made him appreciative of people's weaknesses, needs, and aspirations, while catering for these astonishingly during his delivery of the message of Islam. Al-Akkad proved how the Prophet (PBUH) persisted and persevered in his call to make it a success despite all the odds, barriers, and challenges; a message to be emulated by every individual who has goals to pursue and achieve in this life and in the hereafter. The Author also showed that during only 23 years, the duration of Prophet Muhammad's mission, the world has changed forever; thanks to this one single man. Yet this change would have never been possible without the special qualities that were inculcated in the Prophet. It is these qualities that every person should strive to acquire and act upon, notwithstanding the divine preparation that qualified Prophet Muhammad for the most serious mission in history. In the course of guidance and aspiration to mankind, the way the Author presented the genius traits of the Prophet (PBUH) inspires individuals to strive for nobility and justice, societies to aim for reforms and prosperity, and nations to establish and maintain order and peace. Finally, the book shows how the Prophet (PBUH) spent all his life expending his skills, talents, and genius for the benefit of mankind, entertaining none of life's glamour; a fact that characterized all prophets before him. But in return, people will always celebrate his contribution to mankind until the end of time. Dr. Mostafa Ismail

Author Biography

The Author: Abbas Mahmoud Al-Akkad is an Egyptian thinker, journalist, poet and literary critic who was born in 1889. He received limited formal education, completing only his elementary stage. But he kept pursuing his education through personal effort to be one of the most prominent authors in the Arab world during the 20th century. His contribution to the Arabic literature was acknowledged by serving as a member in the prestigious Academy of the Arabic Language. Al-Akkad wrote more than 100 books, covering subjects on religion, philosophy and poetry. He also made a philosophical study of the Quran and various biographies of historic Muslim leaders. His most famous works are the Genius Series, "Allah", "Sarah", "Communism and Humanity" and "Satan". His book "The Genius of Christ" was translated into English and some of his other books were translated into French and Persian. He wrote myriads of articles and columns in newspapers and magazines. Al-Akkad was known for his use of eloquent, flowery and complicated Arabic prose. He died in 1964. The Translator: Dr Mostafa Ismail is a university professor and passionate translator and interpreter. He holds a professional accreditation status from the National Accreditation Authority for Interpreting and Translators in Australia (NAATI) and has been practicing translation and interpreting since the year 2000. Dr Ismail has a PhD degree in Engineering from the University of Western Australia. He was born in 1962 in Egypt before migrating to Australia in 1996, and has been living there since. Dr Ismail has delivered numerous public lectures in Australia and overseas on topics such as "Human Rights in Islam", "Relevance of Islam Today", "Scientific Miracles in Quran" and "Emotional Intelligence in Quran and Sunna".