Life of Prophet MUhammad The sav i our of the mankind.
Tribal Society: Dominated by Quraysh in Mecca. Religious Beliefs: Polytheism, idol worship at Kaaba. Moral Corruption: Injustice, infanticide, and slavery. Economic Center: Mecca as a hub for trade and pilgrimage. Pre-Islamic Arabia:
Born: April 570 AD (Year of the Elephant) in Mecca. Father: Abdullah (passed away before birth). Mother: Amina (passed when he was six). Raised by: Grandfather Abdul Muttalib and Uncle Abu Talib. Known for: Honesty and trustworthiness even as a youth. Birth and Early Life:
Youth and Early Adulthood ! Merchant Career: Gained a reputation for fairness. Al-Amin (The Trustworthy): Renowned for honesty. Travel for Trade: To Syria and Yemen, learning business. Mediated: Solved dispute over the Black Stone placement.
Marriage to Khadijah Marriage at Age 25: Married Khadijah, a wealthy widow. Khadijah’s Support: His first and strongest supporter. Children: Fatimah, Zainab, Ruqayyah , Umm Kulthum , and two sons (who died in infancy). Strong Partnership: Emotional and financial support from Khadijah.
The First Revelation (610 AD/13 year to hijra) Age 40: First revelation in Cave Hira, Mount Noor. Angel Gabriel’s Command: "Read!" ( Iqra ). Shaken: Khadijah consoles and supports him. First Followers: Khadijah, Ali, Zaid ibn Haritha, Abu Bakr.
Early Preaching (610-613 AD/10 year to hijra) Secret Preaching: First three years of private dawah. Public Preaching Begins: At God’s command, around 613 AD. Early Converts: Abu Bakr, Uthman, others. Message: Monotheism, social justice, and rejection of idolatry.
Opposition: Quraysh leaders feared losing power. Tactics: Boycott, torture, and sanctions. Notable Persecutions: Bilal, the Yasir family ( Sumayyah ). Perseverance: Muslims endured hardships and remained resilient. Persecution by Quraysh:
Reason: To escape severe persecution. First Hijrah: Small group migrates to Abyssinia (Ethiopia). King Najashi’s Protection: Muslims lived peacefully. Migration to Abyssinia (615 AD/ 8 year to hijra):
Death of Khadijah: Prophet’s greatest supporter passed away. Death of Abu Talib: His protector against Quraysh hostility. Increased Persecution: Prophet had no protection after these losses. The Year of Sorrow (619 AD/3 years to hijra):
Night Journey ( Isra ): Prophet travels to Jerusalem (Al-Aqsa Mosque). Ascension ( Mi'raj ): Ascends to heavens, meets previous prophets, and speaks to Allah. Command: Five daily prayers. Spiritual Strength: Reaffirmed faith after Year of Sorrow. Isra and Mi'raj (620 AD/3years to hijra):
Delegation from Yathrib (Medina): Pledged allegiance to the Prophet. Pledge’s Terms: Protection, obedience, and cooperation. Migration Plans: Muslims prepare to migrate to Medina. Pledge of Aqabah (621-622 AD/2 years to hijra):
Reason: Quraysh plotted to kill the Prophet. Migration to Medina: Marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar (1 AH). Constitution of Medina: Established cooperation among tribes and religious groups. Hijrah to Medina (622 AD/ 2 AH)
Unity: Brotherhood between Meccan migrants ( Muhajirun ) and Medinans (Ansar). Economic and Social Support: Ansar shared their resources. Formation of Ummah: Unified Muslim community. Brotherhood Between Muhajirun and Ansar:
First Major Battle: 313 Muslims against 1,000 Quraysh. Outcome: Muslim victory seen as divine intervention. Impact: Boosted morale and solidified faith in the mission. Battle of Badr (624 AD/2 AH):
Second Battle: Quraysh retaliate after Badr . Muslim Defeat: Due to disobedience of archers. Lesson Learned: The importance of discipline. Battle of Uhud (625 AD/3 AH):
Defensive Tactic: Trench dug around Medina. Outcome: Quraysh siege fails, strategic Muslim victory. Quraysh Weakening: Their influence begins to decline. Battle of the Trench (627 AD/ 5 AH):
Treaty with Quraysh: Allowed Muslims to perform pilgrimage the following year. 10-Year Truce: Brought peace and allowed Islam to spread peacefully. Strategic Success: Paved the way for the conquest of Mecca. Treaty of Hudaybiyyah (628 AD/6 AH):
Treaty Broken: Quraysh violated the Hudaybiyyah treaty. Muslim Army of 10,000: Marched to Mecca peacefully. Outcome: Surrender of Mecca, idols destroyed, and forgiveness granted to former enemies. Conquest of Mecca (630 AD/8 AH):
Final Pilgrimage: Prophet’s last pilgrimage to Mecca. Farewell Sermon: Delivered at Mount Arafat, focused on justice, equality, and human rights. Final Revelation: Islam is completed as a way of life. Farewell Pilgrimage (632 AD/ 10 AH):
Final Days: Prophet fell ill and passed away in Medina. Burial: Buried in his home, which is now part of the Prophet’s Mosque. His Legacy: Left behind the Quran and his Sunnah for guidance. Death of Prophet Muhammad (632 AD/11 AH):
Abu Bakr as First Caliph: Islam’s expansion under the Rightly Guided Caliphs. Rapid Spread: Islam spread through the Arabian Peninsula and beyond. Preservation of Teachings: Quran and Hadith compiled and preserved. Caliphate and Expansion of Islam:
Global Influence: Islam's teachings continue to shape civilizations, law, and culture. Moral Code: Emphasis on justice, compassion, and equality. Continued Growth: Islam remains one of the fastest-growing religions in the world. Impact of Prophet Muhammad’s Legacy:
Wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): Khadijah bint Khuwaylid Sawda bint Zam'a Aisha bint Abu Bakr Hafsa bint Umar Zaynab bint Khuzayma Umm Salama (Hind bint Abi Umayya ) Zaynab bint Jahsh Juwayriya bint Al-Harith Umm Habiba ( Ramlah bint Abi Sufyan) Safiyya bint Huyayy Maymunah bint Al-Harith . Impact of Prophet Muhammad’s Legacy: Al- Qasim Abdullah (also known as Al- Tayyib or Al-Tahir) Ibrahim Zainab Ruqayyah Umm Kulthum Fatimah