--- product_id: 67820589 title: "Muhammad: Prophet of Peace Amid the Clash of Empires" price: "R1298" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/67820589-muhammad-prophet-of-peace-amid-the-clash-of-empires store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Muhammad: Prophet of Peace Amid the Clash of Empires **Price:** R1298 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Muhammad: Prophet of Peace Amid the Clash of Empires - **How much does it cost?** R1298 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/67820589-muhammad-prophet-of-peace-amid-the-clash-of-empires) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In the midst of the dramatic seventh-century war between two empires, Muhammad was a spiritual seeker in search of community and sanctuary. Many observers stereotype Islam and its scripture as inherently extreme or violent-a narrative that has overshadowed the truth of its roots. In this masterfully told account, preeminent Middle East expert Juan Cole takes us back to Islam's-and the Prophet Muhammad's-origin story. Cole shows how Muhammad came of age in an era of unparalleled violence. The eastern Roman Empire and the Sasanian Empire of Iran fought savagely throughout the Near East and Asia Minor. Muhammad's profound distress at the carnage of his times led him to envision an alternative movement, one firmly grounded in peace. The religion Muhammad founded, Islam, spread widely during his lifetime, relying on soft power instead of military might, and sought armistices even when militarily attacked. Cole sheds light on this forgotten history, reminding us that in the Qur'an, the legacy of that spiritual message endures. A vibrant history that brings to life the fascinating and complex world of the Prophet, Muhammad is the story of how peace is the rule and not the exception for one of the world's most practiced religions. Review: Excellent Comprehensive book and concise by a Historian and Middle east expert - This is an excellent book, Juan Cole as an Historian provides evidence consistently from the Quran that Muhammad was peaceful, and that all wars were waged in self-defence. More over he also proves that the Quran respects Jews and Christians. These are just two of the many examples Juan Cole gives which are right below Surah The Cow verse 2:190 says “fight in the path of God those who enter into combat against you, but do not commit aggression. God does not love aggressors.” Surah The Cow Verse 2:62 Proclaims, Those who believed, and the Jews, ,and the Christians, and the Sabians, and whoever has believed in God and the Last Day and performed good works, they shall have their reward with their lord. Review: An eye-opening book - I loved this book. It draws a lot of its sources for evidence in the Quran itself. At the end it lists all the references to peace that have been mentioned in it. The book emphasises the ecumenical nature of Islam and its desire to bring together all monotheistic beliefs. And it stresses the absolute opposition of the Quranic message to coercion of conscience and aggression (use of violence for non-defensive reasons). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #857,481 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #45 in Muhammed in Islam #89 in History of Islam #171 in Historical Middle East Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 206 Reviews | ## Images ![Muhammad: Prophet of Peace Amid the Clash of Empires - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/918LjAYEHXL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Comprehensive book and concise by a Historian and Middle east expert *by A***R on 26 April 2019* This is an excellent book, Juan Cole as an Historian provides evidence consistently from the Quran that Muhammad was peaceful, and that all wars were waged in self-defence. More over he also proves that the Quran respects Jews and Christians. These are just two of the many examples Juan Cole gives which are right below Surah The Cow verse 2:190 says “fight in the path of God those who enter into combat against you, but do not commit aggression. God does not love aggressors.” Surah The Cow Verse 2:62 Proclaims, Those who believed, and the Jews, ,and the Christians, and the Sabians, and whoever has believed in God and the Last Day and performed good works, they shall have their reward with their lord. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An eye-opening book *by H***I on 30 December 2021* I loved this book. It draws a lot of its sources for evidence in the Quran itself. At the end it lists all the references to peace that have been mentioned in it. The book emphasises the ecumenical nature of Islam and its desire to bring together all monotheistic beliefs. And it stresses the absolute opposition of the Quranic message to coercion of conscience and aggression (use of violence for non-defensive reasons). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Different perspective on the Prophets life *by O***K on 13 July 2020* Interesting book. Very well researched perspectives...great read ## Frequently Bought Together - Muhammad: Prophet of Peace Amid the Clash of Empires - Faces of Muhammad: Western Perceptions of the Prophet of Islam from the Middle Ages to Today --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/67820589-muhammad-prophet-of-peace-amid-the-clash-of-empires](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/67820589-muhammad-prophet-of-peace-amid-the-clash-of-empires) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-11-09*