Ahmed Ibn Hanbal And The Mihna: A Biography Of The Imam Including An Account Of The Mohammedan Inquisition Called The Mihna, 218-234 A.H. (1897) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436512800)

Ahmed Ibn Hanbal and the Mihna is a book written by Walter M. Patton in 1897. The book is a biography of the famous Islamic scholar and theologian, Ahmed Ibn Hanbal, who lived during the 9th century. The book also provides an account of the Mohammedan inquisition called the Mihna, which took place during the reign of the Abbasid caliphate from 218-234 A.H.The book explores the life and teachings of Ahmed Ibn Hanbal, who was known for his strict adherence to the Quran and the Hadith. The author describes how Ibn Hanbal's teachings and beliefs were often at odds with the ruling caliphate, which led to his persecution and imprisonment during the Mihna.The Mihna was a controversial period in Islamic history, during which the caliphate attempted to impose its own beliefs and doctrines on the Muslim community. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Mihna, as well as its aftermath and the impact it had on the Islamic world.Overall, Ahmed Ibn Hanbal and the Mihna is a comprehensive and informative book that sheds light on an important period in Islamic history and the life of one of its most influential scholars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Walter M. Patton
ISBN-10: 1436512808
ISBN-13: 9781436512800
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d