Khadijah: The Mother of History's Greatest Nation

About this book

Khadijah: The Mother of History's Greatest Nation, by Fatima Barkatulla, tells the life of Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet ﷺ and the first person to believe in his message.

The book describes Khadijah's life as a respected and successful businesswoman in Makkah, her marriage to the young Muhammad ﷺ, their family life, and her unwavering support when the first revelation came. It follows her through the difficult early years of the call to Islam and the boycott, until her passing in the Year of Sorrow.

Barkatulla draws on the classical sources and writes in an engaging style for modern readers.

What's inside

• Khadijah's life in Makkah before Islam
• Her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ
• Her role at the first revelation
• Her support through persecution and boycott
• Lessons for today