"The day when the Messenger of Allah ‎ﷺ entered Madīnah, everything in it was illuminated. Then, on the day when he passed away, every part of it darkened." – Sayyidunā Anas رضي الله عنه

The passing of the Prophet Muhammad ‎ﷺ was the greatest calamity the ummah would ever face. His blessed departure marked the darkest day in the history of Islam—one that left the Companions in grief, the city of Madīnah in sorrow, and the hearts of the believers forever yearning.

For centuries, the final moments of the Prophet ‎ﷺ have been recounted in sīrah works, yet no dedicated book in the English language has ever been compiled solely on this profoundly emotional chapter of history—until now.

And Madīnah Darkened is the first book in English that exclusively focuses on the final days, moments, and passing of the Prophet Muhammad ‎ﷺ. It is a translation of the deeply moving Arabic masterpiece Wa Aẓlamat al-Madīnah by the Gazan scholar, Shaykh Dr. Nizār Rayyān Al-Na‘lāwānī Al-‘Asqalānī. This remarkable work masterfully compiles 118 authentic aḥādīth in chronological order, arranged into 12 heart-rending chapters, with a concluding section that pierces the hearts of lovers of the Prophet ‎ﷺ.

Drawing from the earliest and most authoritative Islamic sources, And Madīnah Darkened takes the reader on an emotional journey—witnessing the Prophet's final illness, his last moments with his beloved family and companions, the heart-breaking reaction of the ummah, and the immense void left in the wake of his passing.

This book is not just a historical account; it is a soul-stirring experience—one that deepens love, increases longing, and offers solace to every heart grieving the trials of this world. Inspired by the timeless words of the Prophet ‎ﷺ:

"If any of you is afflicted with a calamity, then let him console his affliction with my passing, for indeed, that is the greatest of all calamities."

Translated with precision and care, this work serves as a powerful means of spiritual connection, allowing readers to weep in pain, love, and yearning for the Beloved of Allah ‎ﷺ.

Whether you are a student of knowledge, an imam, a seeker on the path of love for the Prophet ‎ﷺ, or someone facing personal trials—this book will move you, heal you, and strengthen your connection to the best of creation.

Translated By: Mohammed Ahmed 

Foreword By: Muftī Shabbir Ahmad, UK