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Research Paper |
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Ahmad Bin Yahya Al-Balazuri's 'Ansa'ab-ul-Ashra'af' Its
Methodology and Critical Analysis of the 'Seerat-Traditions' in it |
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Pakistan. |
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Dr. Ataur Rahman, Dr. Janas Khan, Dr. Karim Dad,
Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Tahir, Nasrullah Khan |
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10.9790/0837-0415960  |
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Abstract:Ahmad Bin Yahya bin Jabir Al-Balazuri`s book, 'Ansa'ab-ul-Ashra'af' is a comprehensive history of
the Arabs. The contents of the book have been categorised in the order of Families and Tribes, keeping in view
their superiority, social status and veneration in their respective communities. Accordingly, the book begins
with the description of Banu Hashim, the reputed family of the Holy Prophet (SAW). In this connection, the
author has accorded valuable collections regarding the life and Prophetic mission of the Holy prophet (SAW).
Following is a character sketch of Ahmad Bin Yahya Al-Balazuri as a critical account of the traditions
pertaining to Seerat-e-Nabvi (SAW) included in his books, 'Ansa'ab-ul-Ashra'af'.
Key Words: Seerat: The Life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) Hijra: Islamic Calender. Hadith:
Anything (Sayings and Deeds) attributed to the Holy Prophet (SAW) Muhadith: Scholar in the field of Hadith
Caliph: Islamic Ruler. Maghazi: War fought in the leadership of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
[1] Muhammad Bin Sa‟ad is famous as historian, Muhadith and Seerat Writer. His book "Al -Tabaqat" is a great Treasure of
Knowledge. It consists of eight (8) Volumes.
[2] Tahzib-ul-Tahzib, Ibne Hajar, Vol. 9, pp182, Daira Al-Ma‟arif, Hyeder Abad, Dakan, India, 1325 H.
[3] Tareekh-e-Baghdad, Khateeb Baghdadi, Vol. 5, pp 321, Qiro, Egypt, 1931 A.
[4] Tareekh Al-Tura‟ath Al-Arabi, Fawad Seez Gain, pp 152. Idarat Al-Saqafa, Saudi Arabia, 1983 A.
[5] & Mua‟ajam Al-Udaba, Yaqoot Al-Hamavi, Vol. 1, pp53, Dar-ul-Gharb Islami, Beirut, 1993 A.
[6] Dairat-ul-Maa‟arif Al-Islamiya (urdu), Vol. 1, pp 724, Danish Gah-e-Punjab, Lahore, 1969 A.
[7] Al-Fahrist, Ibne Al-Nudaim, pp 164. Dar-ul-Ma‟arifa, Beirut, 1978 A.
[8] & Sear A‟alam Al-Nubala, Al-Zahbi, Vol. 13, pp 163, Moasisa Al-Risala, Beirut, 1403 H.
[9] & Encyclopedia of Islam, New Edition, London, 1960. Pp 971.
[10] Ansa‟ab-ul-Ashra‟af, Al-Bilazuri, Edited By: Dr. Sohail Zakar, Dr. Riaz Zirkali, Preface, Dar-ul-Fikar, Beirut, 1996 A.