This series of books was originally published in Urdu to provide children with a basic knowledge and understanding of revered figures from our religious history. The goal of the series is for children to develop a love and appreciation for the profound faith and the immense sacrifices of the revered personalities portrayed in these books. It is also hoped that the examples of righteousness found in these pages inspire children to cultivate a personal relationship with Allah the Almighty.
This particular book is about the life of Hazrat Safiyyah (ra) bint ‘Abdul-Muttalib, the paternal aunt of our beloved Master, the Holy Prophet Muhammad (sas). Hazrat Safiyyah (ra) was extremely courageous and helped the Muslims in two important battles. She was near in age to the Holy Prophet (sas) and was very dear to him.
The Children’s Book Team of Additional Wakalat-e-Tasnif has rendered the series in English. Some modifications and additions have been made to the original text for the sake of historical accuracy and style.
The team is headed by Uzma Saeed Ahmad and includes: Aamna Bhatti, Hafia Khan, Rafia Rehana Khattak, Noma Saeed Samee, and Amina Maryem Shams. We would like to thank Ayyaz Mahmood Khan and Abdul Quddus Arif for their efforts in reviewing this book and preparing it for publication. May Allah the Almighty reward them abundantly in this world and the hereafter. Amin.
Munir-ud-Din Shams
Additional Wakilut-Tasnif
July 2015