Colby, Frederick S.
Narrating Muhammad's Night Journey
- ISBN 13:
- 9780791475188
- author:
- Colby, Frederick S.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- State University of New York Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15 x 2.3 cm
- Genre:
- Theology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Night Journey: Tracing the Development of the Ibn 'Abbas Ascension Discourse This book provides an in-depth examination of a pivotal story in the life of Muhammad, tracing its historical development and evolution over time. Frederick S. Colby explores how this narrative was interpreted and adapted by early Muslims, particularly through the work of Ibn Abbas, one of Muhammad's companions. The author sheds light on the spread of this ascension literature throughout the Islamic world, from Spain to Afghanistan, and demonstrates its impact on how people understood Muhammad and his legacy. The book also features translations of previously unpublished ascension narratives in English. Through a detailed analysis, Colby reveals the complex and multifaceted nature of this narrative, highlighting its significance for understanding the development of Islamic thought and practice.
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