Aisha (RA): The Wife, the Companion, the Scholar

About Aisha (RA): The Wife, the Companion, the Scholar

Aisha (RA): The Wife, the Companion, the Scholar is an English biography by Resit Haylamaz about Aisha (RA), the beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and one of the most respected figures in Islamic history. Many Muslims know the name Aisha but have only heard fragments of her story. This book aims to present her life as a whole, drawing on reliable reports, so that readers can understand who she was and why she is honoured as a scholar of the Ummah. For the publisher and other details of the copy in stock, please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492 for details of the copy in stock.

The book is written for the general reader. You do not need a background in Islamic studies to follow it, and its aim is to correct misunderstandings by returning to what the early sources report about her character, knowledge and conduct.

What the book covers about Aisha (RA)

• Her life as the wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and her closeness to him in daily life
• Her role as a teacher, passing on knowledge to the Companions and the generations after them
• Her part in conveying guidance on matters that women need to know, in a dignified and modest manner
• Her contribution to preserving and reporting authentic sayings of the Prophet ﷺ
• Examples of her sensitivity and care in practising the religion
• Two much-discussed topics, her age at marriage and her position regarding Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA), which the book treats in separate sections

Why the life of Aisha (RA) matters today

Aisha (RA) lived beside the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and witnessed his home life, his worship and his kindness at close range. After his passing she became a source of knowledge for senior Companions, who would come to her with questions. Her life shows that a Muslim woman can be devout, learned and respected, and that knowledge and modesty belong together. In a time when she is sometimes discussed with little care, a calm, source-based biography is valuable for every family library.

Respect for the Mothers of the Believers is part of our faith, since Allah Almighty honoured the wives of the Prophet ﷺ with that title in the Qur’an. A book that explains their lives with accuracy helps readers hold that respect with understanding and not only from habit.

Who should read this book on Aisha

• Students and teachers of Islamic history and the biography of the Prophet ﷺ
• Sisters who want a female role model of knowledge and faith
• Parents and young adults who wish to answer common questions with patience and good manners
• Readers who want to understand the Companions and their families better
• Gift buyers looking for a thoughtful Islamic book for a sister, daughter or friend

How to benefit from the book

Read one section at a time and note the qualities that stand out: her love of knowledge, her generosity, her truthfulness and her care for people. Take up the disputed topics only after you have read the earlier chapters, so that you approach them with the full background of her life. If a question comes up that you cannot resolve, ask a trustworthy scholar, and keep your tone gentle when you discuss these matters with others. Send salawat upon Prophet Muhammad ﷺ whenever his name appears, and ask Allah to be pleased with Aisha (RA) and with all the Companions.

A good book for study circles and gifting

Because the book follows her story in themes, it works well for a weekly reading circle, a madrasa library or a women’s study group. It also makes a respectful gift for Ramadan, Eid, a graduation or a wedding. Pair it with a book on the Seerah to give a fuller picture of the era.

Edition details

Author: Resit Haylamaz. Language: English. Format: paperback. For the publisher, number of pages and other details of the copy in stock, please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492. Same-day dispatch from Srinagar. Delivery takes about 1 day in Srinagar and 3 to 10 days across the rest of India.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the author? The book is by Resit Haylamaz.

Is it in English? Yes, this is an English edition in paperback.

Does it deal with questions people raise about Aisha (RA)? Yes. It addresses misunderstandings about her and covers two disputed topics in separate sections.

How fast will it arrive? We dispatch the same day from Srinagar, and delivery is about 1 day in Srinagar and 3 to 10 days in the rest of India.

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