History of Islam

History of Islam the whole world, and it will continue to be the same till the day of judgement. The role of Prophet Muhammad (d. 632 AD) is a revolutionary one in the long history of religion. Human history entered a new era with him. The companions of the Prophet of Islam and their followers have played an important role in this evolutionary process. This revolution had a profound impact on the world. The names of the compilers or narrators of the Prophetic traditions (Muhadditheen) figure prominently in the academic role. They played a pivotal role in preserving the Hadith which is another authentic reference of the divine religion. By this great effort, they succeeded in preserving, with complete authenticity, the tradition of the Prophet of Islam. These compilations are the most reliable sources for learning the guidance of the Messenger of God for later generations. The period of these early narrators of Hadith is the 9th century AD. So far as the individual role is concerned, Umar ibn Abdul Aziz, the Umayyad caliph, is an important figure. He was elected caliph in 717 AD with Damascus being his capital. His caliphate lasted for two and a half years. Within this short period, he worked hard for the spiritual revival of his people, but his role practically ended with his death.