the prophets mission Flashcards
What are the two Empires at the borders of Arabia?
Byzantine Empire & Persian Empire
What was the most important place in Arabia and why”?
The People of the Peninsula, because of their big tribes
What are the most important values for Arabs in Pre-Islamic Arabia?
Bravery (al-shajā‘a), Generosity (al-karam), Faithfulness (al-wafa’), Boasting (al-fakhr)
What was the most important profession in Arabia?
Trade center, Cultural center, Religious center
Describe Mecca before Islam?
Mecca was a create trade center, people would also come and bring their statues to the Kaaba and worship them, there were over 150 statues, they were known for their hospitality.
Why did the Meccans oppose the prophet?
they think it’s unnatural that he sits in a cave and wants to spread islam, and it could cause a rebellion.
What personal experience motivated Sumayya to embrace Islam?
the thing motivated Sumayaa to embrace islam is because her father buried her sisters alive, she was very upset about it and islam goes against those rules.
Why did the prophet advise some Muslims to go to Abyssinia?
the prophet advised the muslim to migrate to Abyssinia because their king gave them protection and freedom of faith.
Why did Hamza embrace his nephew and the teaching of Islam?
Hamza was very supportive of his nephew and he did everything he could to protect him.
How did Ja’far present Islam to the king of Abyssinia?
Ja’far presented islam first by not kneeling to anyone but god, and he talked about the description of Jesus, the son of Maryam as well as reciting the verses of surah Maryam which led the king to announce the truthfulness of islam.
What was the reaction of the people of Mecca upon hearing the news of Abyssinia?
They were mad and they destroyed everything the muslims owned.
Why did the people of Yathrib invite the prophet to their city? What was the situation in Yathrib back then?
- They invited the Prophet (PBUH) because the people of Yathrib were fighting with each other for years, and they wanted one ruler who would serve them justice, peace, brotherhood and equality.
- Back then in Yathrib there were 2 big tribes who fought constantly on who should rule, they never came to an agreement. One day they heard about the Prophet (PBUH) and wanted to meet him and they did and the Prophet invited them to islam and they accepted.
Why did the Prophet let the camel choose where he will stay?
because that camel was guided by god, and where the camel will sit is where the prophet will sit and stay.
Who are al-Ansar and al-Muhajirun?
al-Ansar, are locals from al Madina (Yathrib) who helped and took in ( the al-Muhajirun ) the prophet and his followers into their homes when they emigrated from Meca to almadina.
What are the terms of the covenant of the Madinah that angered Abu Sufyan and the
hypocrate Abdullah bin Ubayy?
Loyalty to Islam greater than loyalty to tribe. All Muslims are kins to one another. Neighbours are equal to oneself. Jews, Christians and Muslims have equal rights. Non-Muslims in Muslim lands to be protected. Women having rights to inherit.
What is the cause of the battle of Bader? What did the Muslims intend to do initially?
The cause of the battle was the persecution and injustice towards Muslims by confiscating their property. Initially the Muslims wanted peace. However if the Makkans stopped the persecution, then there would be no war.
What are the rules of war followed by the Muslims in Bader?
the rules set were to not hurt women, children and elderly as well as not harming cripples as well as the one working in the field and that they can’t cut down trees and lastly to only strike who expelled you and stolen your rights.
The results and the significance of the battle of Bader in early history of Islam
their victory was motivating for the early Muslims as it was their first war.
What are the consequences of the battle of Uhud?
as a result Wahshi killed Hamza in the battle the Muslim archers left their positions, hence Khalid led his cavalry from behind and attacked the Muslims in the absence of the archers. As a result the war that was nearly won by Muslims was lost due to the archer’s mistake. Hind further mutilated Hamza.
Why do you think the people of Quraysh did not finish up the Muslims in Hudaybiyya when
they could?
because they didnt want to look problematic since the Muslims came in peace without any weapons or anything.
What were the terms of the truce of Hudaybiyya?
For ten years the Muslims won’t attack any tribe, ambush any caravan, or any individual associated with the Quraysh, & this applied for the Quraysh as well in not attacking Muslim allies and friends If anyone from either side is injured/harmed then the truce ends.
What were the main points made by the prophet in the last sermon?
He said to feed and dress the weak as you would yourself. Warn the ones that come after you. We are all children of Adam. All Muslims are brothers. There is no racism between one another and do not oppress or oppressed. I have left you the Quran, which is guidance after me. He then revealed the final part of the Quran to aid to its completion. This day I have perfected your religion for you and completed my favour for you and chosen Islam as your religion. He died at the age of 63 June 8th 632 he passed away. Prophet was buried beside his mosque in Madina. Islam increased and spread & Abu Bakr stood up in the mosque and told the people that the Prophet had passed away, but God was still here to be worshipped.
the prophet was born in
570 in Mecca
how old was the prophet when Gabriel came to him?
He was 40 years old when Gabriel came to him which was 610
