The Prophet Muhammad

‘Thoroughly interesting. A novel, vivid approach, both learned and
imaginative, The Prophet Muhammad explores faith and feeling
through literature, myth and psychology as well as traditional
scholarship and Muslim challenges to tradition, with the bonus of
illustrations that take us on a world tour of lived Islam. All readers
will be enriched by Burge’s discussion of prophethood and surprised
by its renewed relevance today.’

-- Julia Bray, Laudian Professor of Arabic, University of Oxford, UK

‘This book is one of the best introductions to the life of Muhammad
as a religious figure. Wonderfully written, The Prophet Muhammad
offers a measured and moving account of Muhammad’s role as the
prophet of Islam, bringing to life the latest scholarship on the topic.
This unique and compelling read is a welcome addition to the array
of literature on Muhammad and prophecy in Islam.’

-- Walid Saleh, Professor of Islamic Studies, University of Toronto, Canada

‘This book explores who Muhammad was and why he remains
a revered figure and model for imitation around the world today.
Burge subtly pinpoints Muhammad’s distinctiveness within the
Semitic prophetic tradition, looking at his teachings and the
movement he started, showing precisely why the 7th-century
Arabian prophet remains critically important for both Muslims and
non-Muslims alike.’

-- David Thomas, Emeritus Professor of Christianity and Islam, University of Birmingham, UK
This book is a valuable addition to the field of Sirah. It sheds new light on the life of Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him). It is a must-read for the promotion of interfaith dialogue to counter the current menace of religious extremism and exclusivism. It is equally worth recommending to students and scholars of Islamic Studies, Comparative Religion and other related disciplines. * The Muslim World Book Revi