Shining Stars Among the Prophet’s Companions by Abdul Basit Ahmad is a two-volume series published by Darussalam.

It provides accessible, inspiring biographical accounts of 18 of the greatest companions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, specifically tailored for the young generation and general readers to understand their virtues, character, and historical sacrifices.

Shining Stars Among the Prophets's Companions Allah said about the Prophet's Companions: "And the foremost to embrace Islam of the Muhajirun and the Ansar and also those who followed them exactly (in Faith). Allah is well-pleased with them as they are well­ pleased with Him.

And Messenger of Allah said: "My Companions are the surety of safety and when they leave this world, this Ummah will be afflicted with the Fitnah." (Muslim)According to this general rule, we should follow all the facets of the life of the Prophet's Companions so that we may attain some of their qualities.

The author has compiled in a most authentic way the life history of the 18 greatest Companions of the Prophet (pbhu