Short Biography Of The Prophet ﷺ & His Ten Companions

Course Description

This course provides a concise yet comprehensive study of the life of the noble Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It covers the key incidents, events, and milestones of his life, with a focus on historical facts and dates. The student is expected to fully understand the matn and memorize important parts of the book. The goal is to provide students with deep insights into the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, how these events shaped his mission, character, and the establishment of Islam, and how his legacy continues to influence the lives of Muslims today.

Course Outline

1. A Brief Biography of the Author
2. Introduction
   • The importance of studying the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
   • The purpose of authoring this book
3. His Lineage
4. His Mother
5. His Birth
6. The Death of His Father, Mother, and Grandfather
7. His Nursing
8. His Names
9. His Upbringing, Trips to Syria, and Marriage to Khadijah (R)
10. His Migration (Hijrah)
11. His Death
12. His Children
13. His Hajj and ‘Umrah
14. His Expeditions
15. His Scribes and Messengers
16. His Paternal Uncles and Aunts
17. His Wives
18. His Servants
19. His Freed Slaves
20. His Animals
21. His Armor
22. His Features
23. His Characteristics
24. His Miracles
25. Conclusion: How the Prophet’s ﷺ Seerah Should Affect a Muslim’s Life

Course Objectives

1. To understand the major events and incidents in the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
2. To distinguish the unique physical and psychological characteristics of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
3. To understand the lineage of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
4. To be able to answer misconceptions surrounding the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
5. To practically implement lessons from the Prophet’s ﷺ life into daily practice.
6. To understand the relationship between the Prophet’s ﷺ Seerah and the worship of Allah.
7. To recognize Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as a mercy for all mankind.
8. To appreciate the importance of good manners, etiquette, and their role in calling others to Islam.

Revision Questions

1. Why is studying the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ important for Muslims?
2. What are some key milestones in the Prophet’s ﷺ early life?
3. How did the death of the Prophet’s ﷺ father, mother, and grandfather shape his life?
4. What is the significance of the Prophet’s ﷺ names and how did they reflect his mission?
5. What were the main events that occurred during the Prophet ﷺ’s migration (Hijrah)?
6. Can you list some of the Prophet’s ﷺ characteristics that made him a great leader?
7. What role did Khadijah (R) play in the life of the Prophet ﷺ?
8. What were the significant miracles performed by the Prophet ﷺ?
9. What is the importance of the Prophet ﷺ’s Hajj and ‘Umrah in Islam?
10. How did the Prophet ﷺ maintain his relationships with his companions and family?
11. In what ways did the Prophet ﷺ’s physical and psychological traits impact his mission?
12. How should the Prophet’s ﷺ Seerah inspire the daily lives of Muslims today?
13. What lessons can we learn from the Prophet’s ﷺ treatment of his servants and freed slaves?
14. How did the Prophet ﷺ’s expeditions contribute to the spread of Islam?
15. What are the key differences between the Prophet’s ﷺ interactions with his family, companions, and enemies?
16. How should Muslims implement the Prophet’s ﷺ manners and etiquette in calling others to Islam?
17. How did the Prophet ﷺ handle conflicts with his enemies?
18. How did the Prophet ﷺ demonstrate patience in times of hardship?
19. How did the Prophet ﷺ establish justice and fairness in society?
20. What can we learn from the Prophet ﷺ’s attitude toward wealth and poverty?
21. How did the Prophet ﷺ treat his non-Muslim neighbors and others?
22. What were some of the ethical teachings of the Prophet ﷺ that influence Muslim daily life?
23. How did the Prophet ﷺ’s relationship with Allah guide his mission and leadership?

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