Sahaba Books — Companions of the Prophet ﷺ, Caliphs & Sahabiyat

The Sahaba are the Companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the men and women who met him, believed in him and followed him. Shop Sahaba books from Darussalam UK: Golden Stories of the Companions, the rightly guided caliphs, the Sahabiyat and Sahaba stories for children, with fast UK delivery.

The rightly guided caliphs

The four rightly guided caliphs are Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali (may Allah be pleased with them). Read their lives in Golden Stories of Abu Bakr As-Siddeeq, an illustrated full-colour biography, Golden Stories of Umar ibn Al-Khattab, told through stand-alone stories, and Golden Stories of Ali bin Abi Talib. The Golden Series also has a volume on Uthman bin Affan, and Questions & Answers on the Rightly-Guided Caliphs covers all four. For their reigns in context, see our Islamic history books.

Stories and biographies of the Companions

Shining Stars Among the Prophet’s Companions tells the true stories of 18 of the greatest Companions in two volumes, and Companions Around the Prophet by Abdul Malik Mujahid gathers events from the lives of the Sahaba. For one life in depth, read Talhah bin Ubaidullah, the Living Martyr. For the Prophet’s own life, browse our Seerah books.

The Sahabiyat and the Prophet’s wives

Golden Stories of Sayyida Khadijah tells the life of the Prophet’s first wife, and 101 Sahabiyat Stories and Dua shares the stories of 101 female Companions. The Honorable Wives of the Prophet covers the lives of all his wives.

Sahaba stories for children

Super Sahaba Stories brings the Sahaba to life for young readers with illustrations of children entering the scenes. Child Companions around the Prophet tells the stories of ten young Companions, and Goodnight Stories from the Lives of Sahabah is an illustrated bedtime collection. Find more in our Islamic books for kids.

Frequently asked questions

Who were the Companions of the Prophet?

The Companions, or Sahaba, were the men and women who met the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, believed in him and followed him. They include the rightly guided caliphs, the Sahabiyat and many young Companions.

Who are the rightly guided caliphs?

The rightly guided caliphs are Abu Bakr as-Siddiq, Umar ibn al-Khattab, Uthman ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abi Talib, who led the Muslim community after the Prophet ﷺ.

Which book should I read first about the Sahaba?

Shining Stars Among the Prophet’s Companions is a good start for adults, with the stories of 18 Companions. For one caliph at a time, choose a Golden Stories biography.

Do you have books about the women companions?

Yes. Golden Stories of Sayyida Khadijah, 101 Sahabiyat Stories and Dua, and The Honorable Wives of the Prophet cover the lives of the Prophet’s wives and the female Companions.

Which Sahaba books are suitable for children?

Super Sahaba Stories, Child Companions around the Prophet and Goodnight Stories from the Lives of Sahabah are written for young readers.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes. Darussalam UK delivers across the UK, and delivery options are shown at checkout.