The Night Journey - Al-Isra’ wa Al-Mi’raj

The Night Journey (al-Isra’) of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was a journey from Makkah to Jerusalem and was followed by the Heavenly Ascent (al-Mi‘raj) which took the Prophet e through the seven Heavens and brought him to the All Mighty Allah (SWT), the Lord of the Worlds. It was one of the most incredible events in the history of humanity and occurred at a time when the Prophet (pbuh) was going through the most difficult phase in his life.

The Night Journey raised many controversies which challenged Islam and questioned the faith of the believers. This book takes the reader through the incredible and fascinating voyage in a chronological order. It details the physical features of the Journey and encompasses the spiritual dimension which has significance for every believer for all time to come.

This incredible journey undertaken by the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) through the power of Allah (SWT) ensured that his faith remained unbending and enabled him to face the vast challenges to come during his Prophethood.

This book will instil in the believer a greater understanding of the significance of the Night Journey, the high rank of the Prophet (pbuh) and realisation of the Greatness of Allah’s (SWT) power.