Hazrat Umme Sulaim — Page v
Foreword The booklet Hazrat Umme Sulaim ra is another addition to the series of books for children. Hazrat Umme Sulaim ra has a high status in Islam. She is known for her dedication to Islam, her love for the Holy Prophet saw, her bravery, and her selflessness. She was a close relative of the Holy Prophet Muhammad saw and one of a number of maternal figures in his life. This book is an attempt to peek into her exemplary life, through which children and adults alike can learn valuable lessons about devotion to Allah and His Messenger saw. The book was written in Urdu by Amatul Hafeez Aabida Zeeravi and translated by Hajra Ahmad. Several people have helped us in preparing this translation, including Uzma Ahmad, Noma Samee, Zeshan Ahmad, Roshan Ahmad, and Ayesha Noor. We also appreciate the Research Cell in Rabwah, Pakistan for verifying the book’s references. We are also grateful to Haallah Ahmad (Shams) for preparing the activities towards the end of the book. May Allah the Almighty reward them all for their efforts. Munir-ud-Din Shams Additional Wak ee lut-Tasneef London, July 2016