Scholar and a Tyrant: A Play

By His Eminence, Dr. Yusuf al-Qaradawi

A powerful historical play of resistance, truth, and moral courage.

Step into the dramatic courtroom of Islamic history where faith confronts tyranny, and the voice of a scholar shakes the throne of a brutal ruler.

In this captivating theatrical work, renowned Islamic scholar Dr. Yusuf al-Qaradawi brings to life the legendary confrontation between Saʿīd ibn Jubayr, one of Islam's greatest jurists, and al-Ḥajjāj ibn Yūsuf, the infamous tyrant of the Umayyad era. Set in a time of political oppression and moral decay, this play explores the eternal clash between truth and falsehood, justice and power, and scholarship and despotism.

Through poetic dialogue, gripping courtroom scenes, and deeply spiritual reflections, A Scholar and a Tyrant will move your heart and stir your conscience. Whether you're a student of Islamic history, a lover of drama, or a seeker of truth, this book offers a timeless reminder: the pen can defy the sword.