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Principles of Biography and its Evolution - A Study of Urdu Sīrah Literature

  • Syed Azizur Rahman Incharge Regnal Dawah Center (Sindh) Karachi, Dawah Academy, International Islamic University, Islamabad
Keywords: Sīrah, principles, biography, books, urdu, evolution

Abstract

The subject of principles of biography is often overlooked. There is a lack of written works on this topic, particularly in Urdu. Although some literary works in the Arab world touch upon the principles of biography, they are not widely recognized. However, discussions on the narrative style of biography have gained attention, prompting scholars to focus on key points. The Muhaddith style of biography has also been a central topic in these discussions. Early and modern Arabic texts on biographical sources are readily available, allowing for additional contributions. While there are limited discussions on the principle of biography, most of them are in Urdu. Therefore, this article will only consider Urdu books to present the debate chronologically and offer a summary of principled biographies. It is important to note that this article serves as an introductory overview, aiming to generate interest among scholars to further explore the principles of biography.

Published
2023-09-30
Section
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