Zayn al-Umanaʾ al-Ḥasan b. Muḥammad al-Dimashqī

Zayn al-Umanāʾ Ibn ʿAsākir, a distinguished historian and hadith scholar from Damascus, dedicated his life to compiling one of the most comprehensive histories of Damascus and its scholars. His magnum opus, 'Tarikh Dimashq', spans over 80 volumes, meticulously documenting the biographies of notable figures, the city's architecture, and its significant events. This work stands as a crucial source for scholars interested in the Islamic history of Damascus and the broader Muslim world. His dedicati...See more