The Prophet of Peace offers a fresh and compelling perspective on the life and message of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Drawing on authentic Arabic sources, scholar Maulana Wahiduddin Khan challenges common misconceptions about early Islamic history and highlights the Prophet’s lifelong commitment to peace, tolerance and moral leadership.
Rather than focusing on conflict, this book emphasises how the Prophet’s mission was fundamentally rooted in peaceful dialogue, coexistence and intellectual engagement. Through thoughtful discussions on key topics such as jihad, ijtihad, the concept of war, and relationships with people of other faiths, Khan shows how the Prophet’s example remains deeply relevant in the modern world.
Extensively quoting the Qur’an and Hadith, The Prophet of Peace also explores Islam’s stance on modernity, secularism, democracy and freedom of speech, demonstrating that Islam, as revealed in its primary sources, advocates compassion over violence and understanding over division.
Persuasive and beautifully written, this book is ideal for both Muslim and non-Muslim readers who want a deeper, balanced understanding of the Prophet Muhammad’s teachings and their timeless message of peace.