Tareekh Jannat ul Baqi | تاریخ جنت البقیع

Tareekh-e-Jannatul Baqi (History of Jannat-ul-Baqi) is a historical and religious study of Jannat-ul-Baqi’, the ancient Islamic cemetery located in Medina, near the Prophet’s Mosque (Masjid-e-Nabawi) in present-day Saudi Arabia. The book is authored by Justice Hassan Raza Ghadeeri, a well-known Pakistani Shia scholar and jurist who wrote extensively on Islamic history and heritage. 

The book provides a detailed historical narrative of this significant burial ground, beginning from its origins in the earliest days of Islam to its developments over the centuries. It discusses how this cemetery became a burial place for many companions (Sahabah) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), members of his family (Ahl al-Bayt), and other eminent personalities of early Islamic history. 

An important part of the narrative focuses on the removal or destruction of the mausoleums and structures that once marked many graves in Jannat-ul-Baqi’, particularly in the modern era under the governance of certain rulers who adhered to strict interpretations of Islamic law, leading to the desecration of many historic tombs in the 20th century. This aspect is treated not only as a historical event but also as a significant religious and cultural loss. 

Ghadeeri’s work combines historical facts, religious traditions, biographical details of those buried there, and reflective commentary on the spiritual and communal importance of Jannat-ul-Baqi’, making it valuable for readers interested in early Islamic history, the heritage of Medina, and the figures interred in this hallowed site.