The Night Journey and Ascension of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stands as one of the most profound events in Islamic history. At a moment of great trial for the Beloved of Allah ﷺ, the heavens opened their gates to receive Allah’s Messenger ﷺ with honour beyond measure.
Shaykh Muhammad Mutawalli al-Shaʿrāwī guides us through this miraculous journey with clarity and reverence, explaining how the Prophet ﷺ travelled from Makkah to Jerusalem and then ascended through the seven heavens. Through this work, we are able to learn about the realities of the unseen world and the exalted station of Allah’s final Messenger ﷺ.
In this book you will:
Understand the historical context that preceded this magnificent journey
Study the inner meanings and key takeaways from this blessed night
Grasp why prayer holds a unique position among all acts of worship
Explore deep theological questions about divine attributes and human perception of the sacred
Gain insight into the blessed meetings between prophets across time and space
Shaykh al-Shaʿrāwī’s masterful exposition makes this essential episode accessible to contemporary Muslims seeking to understand and draw closer to the Messenger ﷺ through study of this night.
