Imam Ibn al-Qayyim al-Jawziyah wrote Madarij un Nabuwat as a response to the increasing interest in prophetic biography and the study of the lives of the prophets. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various stages of prophethood, from the initial revelations to the final judgment. By examining the experiences of the prophets, Imam Ibn al-Qayyim aimed to provide guidance for those seeking to follow in their footsteps.