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William Muir

(1787–1869) Minister

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William Muir was a minister, best known for The Life of Mahomet and History of Islam to the Era of the Hegira.

Quick Facts About William Muir

Born
January 17, 1787
Died
January 17, 1869
Profession
Minister
Notable works
The Life of Mahomet and History of Islam to the Era of the Hegira

About William Muir

Sir William Muir was a Scottish Orientalist and colonial administrator. He served as Lieutenant Governor of the North-Western Provinces of British India from 1868 and as Principal of the University of Edinburgh from 1885 to 1903.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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