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In the Name of Allâh, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful
Muhammad: Seal of the Prophets
The Last Prophet and the messenger of God's revelation to mankind is the interpreter par excellence of the Book of God; and his Hadith and Sunnah, his sayings and actions are, after the Qur'an, the most important sources of the Islamic tradition.
Contents- Spiritual Nature
- Social Nature
- Contemplative Nature
- Marriages
- Harshness, Kindness and Compassion
- Piety, Combativeness and Magnanimity
- Strength, Nobility and Serenity
- Hadith and Sunnah
- Prophetic Tradition and the Cycle of Prophecy
- Universal Man
- Summary
Spiritual NatureThe spiritual nature of the Prophet is veiled in his human one and his purely spiritual function is hidden in his duties as the guide of men and the leader of a community. It was the function of the Prophet to be not only a spiritual guide, but also the organizer of a new social order with all that such a function implies. And it is precisely this aspect of his being that veils his purely spiritual dimension from foreign eyes.
Outsiders have understood his political genius, his power of oratory, his great statesmanship, but few have understood how he could be the religious and spiritual guide of men and how his life could be emulated by those who aspire to sanctity. This is particularly true in the modern world in which religion is separated from other domains of life and most modern men can hardly imagine how a spiritual being could also be immersed in the most intense political and social activity.
Social NatureThe Prophet did participate in social life in its fullest sense. He married, had a household, was a father and moreover he was ruler and judge and had also to fight many wars in which he underwent painful ordeals. He had to undergo many hardships and experience all the difficulties which human life, especially that of the founder of a new state and society, implies. But within all these activities his heart rested in contentment with the Divine, and he continued inwardly to repose in the Divine Peace. In fact his participation in social and political life was precisely to integrate this domain into a spiritual centre.
Contemplative NatureThe Prophet entertained no political or worldly ambition whatsoever. He was by nature a contemplative. He often spent long periods in the cave of Hira' in solitude and meditation. He did not believe himself to be by nature a man of the world or one who was naturally inclined to seek political power among the Quraysh or social eminence in Meccan society, although he came from the noblest family. It was in fact very painful and difficult for him to accept the burden of prophecy which implied the founding of not only a new religion but also a new social and political order.
MarriagesThe marriages of the Prophet are not at all signs of his lenience vis-a-vis the flesh. Multiple marriage, for him, as is true of Islam in general, was not so much enjoyment as responsibility and a means of integration of the newly founded society. The multiple marriages of the Prophet, far from pointing to his weakness towards 'the flesh', symbolize his patriarchal nature and his function, not as a saint who withdraws from the world, but as one who sanctifies the very life of the world by living in it and accepting it with the aim of integrating it into a higher order of reality.
Harshness, Kindness and CompassionThe Prophet exercises the utmost kindness possible and was harsh only with traitors. Now, a traitor against a newly founded religious community, which God has willed and whose existence is a mercy from heaven for mankind, is a traitor against the Truth itself. The harshness of the Prophet in such cases is an expression of Divine Justice. As to what concerned his own person, the Prophet was always the epitome of kindness and generosity.
Also the Prophet was not certainly without love and compassion. Although the Prophet was in a sense a king or ruler of a community and a judge and had to deal according to justice in both capacities, he was at the same time one whose being was anchored in the love for God.
From the Muslim point of view, the Prophet is the symbol of perfection of both the human person and human society.
Piety, Combativeness, MagnanimityThe universal characteristics of the Prophet are not the same as his daily actions and day to day life. They are, rather, characteristics which issue forth from his personality as a particular spiritual prototype. Seen in this light there are essentially three qualities that characterize the Prophet.
First of all the Prophet possessed the quality of piety in its most universal sense, that quality which attaches man to God. The Prophet was in that sense pious. He had a profound piety which inwardly attached him to God, that made him place the interest of God before everything else including himself.
Secondly he had a quality of combativeness, of always being actively engaged in combat against all that negated the Truth and disrupted harmony. Externally it meant fighting wars, either military, political or social ones, the war which the Prophet named the 'little holy war' [al-jihad al-asghar]. Inwardly this combativeness meant a continuous war against the carnal soul [nafs], against all that in man tends towards the negation of God and His Will, the 'great holy war' [al-jihad al-akbar].
If a religion is to be an integral part of life it must try to establish peace in the most profound sense, namely to establish equilibrium between all the existing forces that surround man and to overcome all the forces that tend to destroy this equilibrium. No religion has sought to establish peace in this sense more than Islam. It is precisely in such a context that war can have a positive meaning as the activity to establish harmony both inwardly and outwardly and it is in this sense that Islam has stressed the positive aspect of combativeness.
The Prophet was faced from the beginning of his prophetic mission with the task of wielding the sword of Truth, of establishing equilibrium and in this arduous task he had no rest. His rest and repose was in the heart of the holy war [jihad] itself and he represents this aspect of spirituality in which peace comes not in passivity but in true activity. Peace belongs to one who is inwardly at peace with the Will of Heaven and outwardly at war with the forces of disruption and disequilibrium.
Finally, the Prophet possessed the quality of magnanimity in its fullness. His soul displayed a grandeur which every devout Muslim feels. He is for the Muslim nobility and magnanimity personified.
Strength, Nobility and SerenityTo focus more sharply on the personality of the Prophet, the qualities can be enumerated as strength, nobility and serenity or inner calm.
Strength is outwardly manifested in the little holy war and inwardly in the great holy war. It is this great jihad which is of particular spiritual significance as a war against all those tendencies which pull the soul of man away from the Centre and Origin and bar him from the grace of heaven.
The nobility or generosity of the Prophet shows itself most of all in charity towards all men and more generally towards all beings.
The aspect of serenity, which also characterizes all true expressions of Islam, is essentially the love of truth. It is to put the Truth before everything else. It is to be impartial, to be logical on the level of discourse, not to let one's emotions color and prejudice one's intellectual judgment. It is not to be a rationalist, but to see the truth of things and to love the Truth above all else. To love the Truth is to love God who is the Truth, one of His Names being the Truth [al-haqq].
In Islam, when one thinks of the Prophet who is to be emulated, it is the image of a strong personality that comes to mind, who is severe with himself and with the false and the unjust, and charitable towards the worlds that surrounds him. On the basis of these two virtues of strength and sobriety on the one hand and charity and generosity on the other, he is serene, extinguished in the Truth.
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| Muhammad is not the father of any man among you, but he is the Messenger of Allah and the last of the Prophets. And Allah is Ever AllAware of everything. [Soorah Al-Ahzab (33):40] |
Muhammad As If You Can See Him
By A'id ibn 'abdullah al-Qarni
How many times have you heard the phrase, "Would you do that if the prophet was watching?" This book challenges readers to think closely about this phrase, and describes the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from the first page of the book's first chapter. In fact, the book is a message of love from a mere human being.. to the best of human beings. Written by the best-selling author of Don't be Sad and You can be the Happiest Woman in the World, Muhammad as if you can see Him is promised to have the same effect on readers as did 'Aid Al-Qarni's previous writings.
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The Prophet Muhammad | The Best Of All Husbands
By Dr. Ghazi Al-Shammari
The Prophet Muhammad, upon him be peace, is the most excellent example as father and husband. He was very kind and tolerant towards his wives. They could not envisage life, without him.. He was the perfect head of family, managing many women with ease, being a lover of their hearts, an instructor of their minds, an educator of their souls, he never neglected the affairs of the nation nor compromised his duties. The Prophet’s beloved wife, Aa’isha, said of her noble husband: ' He always helped with the housework and would at times mend his clothes, repair his shoes and sweep the floor. He would milk, protect and feed his animals and do household chores' Not only was he a devoted husband, he also encouraged his companions to follow his example: 'The most perfect of the believers in faith are the best of them in morals. And the best among them are those who are best to their wives.'
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The Life of Prophet Muhammad: Highlights and Lessons
Dr. Mustafa As-Sibaa'ie
It is very important for anyone who wants to spread the message of Islam to study the life of the Prophet and discover how he undertook the mission of da` wah (Call to Islam). By studying his seerah (biography), we learn the lessons of patience in the face of adversity and opposition, and the readiness to sacrifice everything for the cause of Islam. In this book, Dr. as-Sibaa` ie shows us how the Prophet's approach was gentle, yet determined and clear-cut, with no compromise on basic issues.
Mustafa as-Sibaa` ie, in the cause of Allah, was a lecturer in the University of Damascus, where he taught seerah (the Prophet's biography). In this book, he draws on his experience in the field and combines it with his knowledge of the seerah. He takes the most important events of the seerah, summarizes them in order to offer a brief overview, then outlines the lessons to be learnt from these events.
This is an excellent introduction to both, the seerah and the principles of da` wah. It should be on the bookshelf of every Muslim who wants to call others to Allah (the Almighty).
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Ar-Raheeq Al-Makhtum (The Sealed Nectar)
By Safi-ur-Rahman al-Mubarkpuri
The heart of every Muslim is filled with the love the last Prophet Muhammad (SAWS) and the love of the Messenger of Allah is an asset for any Muslim. This book a biography goes into the details of the lineage of the Prophet (SAWS) his message, his jihad and his social interaction.
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A Mercy to the Universe
By Saeed ibn Ali bin Wahf Al-Qahtani
Mercy is clemency and forbearance; mercy is the disposition to forgive or show compassion; mercy means a favor or a blessing; mercy further denotes the qualities of kindness, sympathy, generosity, and beneficence. Suffice is to say that all of these qualities were present in abundance in the character of the Prophet Muhammad (May Allah have his peace and blessings on him). He was a mercy not just to believers, but to disbelievers as well, for he would invite them to come out of darkness and into the light of true guidance. He is a favor and blessing for mankind, not just the Arabs, the people among whom he was sent, but for people of all races and colors. His staunchest enemies became his closest followers when the cloud of blind prejudice was removed from their sight and when they were able, for the very first time, to see with clarity the true nature of the Prophet's character.
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Sirat Ibn Hisham
(Biography of the Prophet). This book shows that people before the advent of Islam were plunged in the depths of ignorance and idolatry. They used to eat corpses, to commit abominations, to severe blood ties, to neglect duties of hospitality and neighborliness, and to use only the law of the strong. Then Allah sent the Prophet Muhammad to call them to the Oneness of Allah, and taught them not to associate anything with Him. He forbade them the worship of idols, and enjoined them to speak the truth, to be faithful to their trusts, to be merciful and to regard the rights of the neighbors as well as kith and kin, and to refrain from crimes and bloodshed.
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Shamaail Tirmidhi
By Muhammad Zakariyya Kandhelwi. This is a Commentary on the abridged form of Imam Tirmidhi's (209 - 279 AH) famous Shamaa-il, in which he has recorded everything about the Holy Propet (S.A.W) on the authority of the Companions, and collected 397 ahadith which are devided into 55 Chapters. Drawing A pen picture of the Holy Prophet's (S.A.W) physical features manners and characteristics.
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The Calamity of the Prophet's Death
Shaykh Husayn al- Awayishah
The Calamity of the Prophet's Death and its Effects on the Muslim Nation The Prophet (SAW) said, 'If one of you is afflicted with a calamity, then let him remember his calamity by me (i.e., by my death); for indeed, it is the greatest of calamities.' It becomes clear to us from this hadith that the death of th Prophet (SAW) is the greatest disaster that has occured or will occur to the Muslim nation. The Messenger of Allah requests that when we remember our calamities or afflictions, we should remember his death and his parting as well, a reflective process through which our other disasters will become insignificant in comparison. Whenever we lost any of our relatives or loved-ones, we are sure to have felt the pain of parting from them ant the anxiety of the farewell. The question now is this: Have we had any such feelings or sentiments when we contemplate the death of the Prophet (SAW) ?
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The Farewell Advice of The Prophet
Shaykh Husayn al-Awayishah
In recent times, many sincere Muslims have looked to ascertain the situation of our Nation, and what they see were the effects of the Devil (Shaytan), the blackness of wicked deeds, and the blood of many wounds. They saw discord, disagreement, disunity, confusion, and anxiety. They perceived the evil results of not ruling according to Allah's Book - in the home, the streets, or the marketplace. They saw these results in schools, universities, books, newspapers, and the media; in fact, they even witnessed them in the best places, mosques, where innovations now flourish. And they have also seen the effects of that evil among the ranks of callers to Islam and students of knowledge.
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Provisions for the Hereafter (Zaad Al-Ma'ad)
by Ibn Al-Qayyim Al-Jawziyyah. Allah has sent the Messenger (S) with guidance and the Religion of Truth. Strict adherence to the guidance of His Prophet (S) is required from the followers of Islam. The scholars of the Islamic community have attached great importance to it and produced texts regarding the Acts of Worship, Dealings and Habits in the light of the Divine guidance. This book is one of the most famous works written on this subject. This book is one of the important resources of knowledge for those who seek to know the Seerah of their Prophet (PBUH) as well as, the Fiqh learned from it. This is a book that is unique in that it explains the Sunnah through the Seerah and the Seerah through the Sunnah.
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The letters of the Prophet Muhammad
Prophet Muhammad's letters to Emperor Heraclius, Chosroes II, Muqawqis, Negus, Governor of Syria and Ruler of Bahrain.
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The Battles of the Prophet (Ghazwat ul Rasul)
Ibn Kathir. This Book is extracted from the Book of Imam Ibn Kathir 'Al-Bidayah Wan-Nihayah' one of the most important texts written about the History of the World until the time of the author. As with many Translation of Ibn Kathirs Works this is an Abridged version without impairing the contents of the book. All of the Prophet's battles occurred after the Hijrah, within a span of ten years. The Prophet sallallâhu 'alayhi wa sallam had to fight in many of these battles. This book has a description of the Battles of Badr, 'Uhud, al Ahzab, Banu Quraizah, Al-Muraisi, Khaibar, Mu'tah, Conquest of Makkah, Hunain and Tabuk
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Fiqh us-Seerah
Muhammad al-Ghazali
Many books have been written about the life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). In writing this book, the author had a specific objective. He used the life of the Prophet (SAW) to go onto depth about the Prophet (SAW) many historians only touched on the various aspects of his life. This book goes into detail and provides reasons and explanations for whatever took place. It is a blend of modern analysis and ancient detail. Its objective is to nurture faith, purify characters and fan the struggle to embrace the truth and be faithful to it.
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Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet
Imam Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyah
Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet is the panacea for those in search of good health. Although it was written by the author, Ibn Al-Qayyim, over six hundred and fifty years ago, it is extremely timely work for our generation in which health and natural health care products have become an important aspect of the lives of so many. The author presents the guidance of the Prophet in dealing with a variety of health issues, including treatment of ailment and preventive remedies to keep the body fit. As the Qur'an and Sunnah are the main sources of Islamic lifestyle, it only stands to reason that they should likewise be referred to in the matters of health and fitness. This is the approach taken by Ibn Al-Qayyim as he presents Verses of the Qur'an and statements of the Prophet as his main reference in these issues of health and medicines. The final chapters the this work include an extremely beneficial glossary of remedies, herbs, foods and other natural substances that aid in the journey towards better health.
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Promised Prophet of the Bible
Extract from book, ' There is no doubt that the prophet-hood of our prophet Muhammad (saw) is one of two important tasks that the Muslim is carrying to humanity. Muslims believe that to prove the prophet-hood of Muhammad (saw) is one of many essential tasks in their religion; therefore, it is a compulsory duty for Muslims to present this evidence and proof.
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The Man They Loved
By Mohammad Elshinawy. Imaam al-Bukhaaree related from Aboo Hurayrah, radiyallaahu `anhu, that the Messenger of Allaah, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, said: By Him in Whose Hands my soul lies, none of you will truly believe until I am more beloved to him than his father and son. [1/58]
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Muhammad - The Man & His Message
Take a look at the best human being ever. Even his enemies called him the truthful and trustworthy! Allah is perfect. 1426 years ago a man known as Muhammad (peace be upon him) was chosen by Allah (the Most High) to deliver a message, a message that would change the world forever. So who was Muhammad and what message did he bring? Why are there over 1.6 billion people who follow Him today and why is He considered the most influential personality in the annals of History? In this lecture Shaykh Khalid Yasin explains this great man, his mission and his message. Allah (the Most High) says: O Muhammad, We have not sent you but as a mercy for all the worlds. Quran 21: 107
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The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Makkan Period)
This 16 CD set is an outstanding collection of inspirational talks that introduces the life of Prophet Muhammad, the greatest human being to walk the face of the earth. In these talks, Imam Anwar al-Awlaki, author of the best selling series, The Lives of the Prophets, eloquently presents the Makkan period of the Prophet's life in a detailed manner, deriving valuable lessons from it and thus making it relevant to our modern times. The series is primarily based on Ibn Kathir's book on the Sirah. Some of the topics discussed include: The History of the Kabah, Muhammad in the Bible, The Call to Near Kin, The Islam of Hamzah, The Year of Grief, Lessons from the Trip to al-Taif and much more.
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The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Period)
The Life of Muhammad (S): Medina Period 1 of 2 is the second part of a three part series on the Sirah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (S). The first part covered the Makkan era. This part focuses on the Medina era starting from the Hijrah up until the battle of the Trench. Here, Imam Anwar Al-Awlaki covers the first five years of the Medina era which include the all important events of the Hijrah, the establishment of the first Islamic State, the battle of Badr, the Battle of Uhud, and finally the battle of the Trench
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The Life of Muhammed - Madinah Part II
This set of lectures is the third and last part of “The Life of Muhammad (saaws)”. This set covers the last five years of the life of the Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (saaws) from the fifth year of Hijra to the tenth. It includes the important events of the truce of Hudaybiyyah, the battle of Khaibar, the battle of Mu’tah, the conquest of Makkah, the battle of Hunain, the battle of Tabuk and finally the passing away of the seal of the Prophets.
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Muhammad: His Life Based on The Earliest Sources (Audio Book)
Widely recognized as the best biography of the Prophet (peace & blessings of Allah be upon him) in English, Dr. Martin Lings' award winning book is now available on audio as an abridged 6-hour spoken word album, read by well-known narrator Sean Barrett (famous for his TV documentary voice-overs, the BBC World Service and many other spoken word titles). This excellent audio book is the first of its kind and has been selected by a number of organizations as a worthy introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace & blessings of Allah be upon him).
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Tearful Moments of the Prophet's Life
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The Teaching Methods Of Muhammad
This 4 CD pack by Muhammad Alshareef shows the teaching methods of the prophet (pbuh), and how we can learn from his teching to teach others and our chilren. It further outlines the teaching methods we use today and why they don't work.
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Fiqh Us Seerah
The life of the Prophet Muhammad is a road map for travellers on the path of life. The Prophet Muhammad was a mercy to all living things and a Warner of perilous times to come. Today, Muslims, more than any other people, are in need of a guide to the practical application of Islamic traditions. This set of lectures is the first of a series intended to bring to the student of Islamic knowledge and the average listener the life of the Last Prophet Muhammad
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Sleeping Habits of Prophet (PBUH)
The speaker explains the sleeping habits of Prophet (PBUH) and why companions imitated these actions. He also gives tips on practicing the sleeping habits of the Prophet (PBUH) and the reasons why these habits are beneficial for us Muslims.
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Muhammad Legacy Of A Prophet
Muhammad:Legacy Of A Prophet a DVD documentary Produced by Alexander Kronemer and Michael Wolfe tells the story of the seventh century prophet who changed world history in 23 years, and continues to shape the lives of more than 1.2 billion people. Three years in the making, the film takes viewers not only to ancient Middle Eastern sites where Muhammad`s (Peace be upon him) story unfolds, but into the homes, mosques and workplaces of some America`s estimated seven million Muslims to discover the many ways in which they follow Muhammad`s (Peace be upon him) example.
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Muhammad The Last Prophet
Muhammad The Last Prophet Cartoon DVD Muhammad the last prophet is an animated production of the early days of Islam. This cartoon film aims to introduce Islam and the last and final Prophet Muhhamad (PBUH) to children and adults alike. There is a choice of screen language of English and Arabic. Subtitles are similarly available in arabic and english. The prophet is not personified in any way or form. Muhammad the last prophet cartoon is the story of Islam and is a must see for all faiths. This DVD would make a great gift. The DVD also comes with an audio CD which has nasheeds or Islamic songs praising the prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and sung by the likes of Yusuf ISlam, Aashiq Al Rasul, Hamza Robertson, Dawud wharnsby Ali, Mesut Kurtis, NAtive Deen, Zain Bhikha and others. A joint production between richcrest animation and badr international.
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Last Moments in the Life of the Prophet (Video)
Muhammad (SAW) is no more than a Messenger, and indeed (many) Messengers have passed away before him. If he dies or is killed, will you then turn back on your heels (as disbelievers)? And he who turns back on his heels, not the least harm will he do to Allah, and Allah will give reward to those who are grateful. (Quran, 3:144)
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