Early Life of the Prophet (saw)
What city was the Prophet (saw) born in?
Mecca
Why did Quraishi families send their infants to be raised in the desert?
To build health, discipline, and learn pure Arabic
What happened to Halima's goats after taking Muhammad (PBUH) as a foster child?
Who was the Prophet's (saw) mother?
Amina
What was the role of a wet nurse in Quraishi culture?
A woman who breastfed and cared for infants
What did Angel Gabriel do to young Muhammad (PBUH) at the age of four?
Opened his chest and purified his heart
At what age did Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) mother pass away?
6 years old
How long did children typically stay with their foster families in the desert?
1-2 years
What did Jibreel (as) remove from the Prophet's (saw) chest during this event?
A black clot symbolizing Shayatan's influence
Who took care of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) after his mother’s death?
His grandfather, Abd al-Muttalib
What was one reason for sending children to the desert besides health benefits?
To learn the purest form of the Arabic language
How did Halima react after the chest-opening incident?
She became concerned and returned him to his mother
What was the name of the tribe Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) belonged to?
Quraish
What status symbol was associated with sending children to be raised in the desert?
It was a sign of nobility and high status
What blessing did Halima's family experience after taking Muhammad (PBUH)?
They had more food, their animals gave more milk, and their lives got better.