Propagation of Islam
Revelation
Companion of the Holy Prophet saw
Persecution
Wars
100
When a letter from the Holy Prophet (saw) was read to Kaiser, he asked the Chief of Abu Sufyan several questions about the Holy Prophet (saw). One of the questions was "What does he teach"? What was the core message of Abu Sufyan's response?
That we should worship One God and not set-up equals with Him. He preaches against Idols our forefathers worshipped. (Page-201 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
100
After hearing the Holy Prophet's narration on his first revelation experience, Hazrat Khadija (ra) took him to a Christian clergy man. What was his name and his relationship to Hazrat Khadija (ra):
Waraqa Bin Naufal, who was her cousin (Page-27 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
100
Who were the first three Muslims?
Hazrat Khadija, Hazrat Ali ibn Abu Talib, Hazrat Zaid ibn Harithah
100
The Holy Prophet (saw) and one of his companions left Mecca in the secrecy of night without enemy noticing and took shelter in a cave and remained there for two days. Who was the second person and the name of the cave?
Hazrat Abu Bakr (ra) Cave Thaur (Page-67 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
100
The Holy Prophet (saw) made this prayer before which battle: "My God, if these three hundred men die today at the hands of their enemy in this battle, who will be left behind to glorify Thy name”.
Battle of Badr
200
The Holy Prophet (saw), along with his uncle Abbas (ra), met a group of Muslims from Medina in the valley of "Aqaba" to discuss the migration of Muslims to Medina. 62 of 73 belonged to Khazraj Tribe and 11 from Aus Tribe. How many women were in this group?
Two. (Note: The name of one of them was Ummi Ammara (ra) of Banu Najjar) (Page-63 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
200
On hearing the account of the first revelation of the Holy Prophet (saw), what was the response of Waraqa bin Naufal (that specifically referenced a past prophet)?
The Angel who descended on Moses (as), I am sure, has desended upon you. (Page-27 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
200
When the Holy Prophet (saw) left Mecca to settle down in Medina, a companion of the Holy Prophet, Hazrat Suhaib (ra), also wanted to go to Medina and settle down there. But the Meccans would not let him go because of his assets in Mecca. Hazrat Suhaib (ra) offered to surrender all his property which Meccans accepted and allowed him to leave. On hearing this story, the Holy Prophet said:
This was the best bargain of your life (Page-32 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
200
When persecution reached its extreme, the Holy prophet (saw) assembled his followers and, pointing to the west, told them of a land across the sea where men were not murdered because of change of faith, where they could worship God unmolested, and where there was a just king. Which land was that?
Abyssinia. (Page-42 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
200
Three prominent companions of the Holy Prophet (saw), Hazrat Zaid bin Haritha (ra), Jafar ibn Abi Talib (ra), Abdullah bin Rawaha, died in a battle. All three were pre-appointed to take charge in that order, in case one dies. What was the name of the battle?
Battle of Mauta (Syria) (Page-228-Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
300
When more and more people got interested in Islam, the people of Medina made a request to the Holy Prophet (saw) to teach them Islam. The Holy Prophet (saw) agreed to this request and sent one of his companions. His name was:
Hazrat Musab (ra) (Page-58 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
300
When he was forty years of age, the Holy Prophet (saw) saw a vision in cave Hira. What was the full verse of what he was told to say in that vision?
Recite thou in the name of thy Lord Who created, created man from a clot of blood. Recite! And thy Lord is the Most Beneficent, Who taught man by the pen, taught man what he knew not (96:2-6).
300
The father and uncle of Hazrat Zaid did their utmost to persuade Hazrat Zaid to return home with them, but he would not agree. On seeing such a love, what did the Holy Prophet (saw) say in regards to his relationship with Hazrat Zaid:
Zaid was a freedman already, but from today he will be my son. (Page-24 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
300
When persecution became very intense and Meccans would not listen to him, the Holy Prophet (saw) decided to leave Mecca and go to a town about 60 miles away. One companion accompanied him. What was the name of this town and the person that accompanied him?
Taif, Hazrat Zaid (ra) (Page-52 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
300
"I had a vision. I saw a cow, and I also saw my sword with its point broken. I saw the cow being butchered, and that I had put my hand inside a coat of armour. I also saw myself riding a ram." This vision was about which battle?
Battle of Uhud
400
The Holy Prophet (saw) wrote letters to various Kings, such as the Roman Emperor, King of Iran, and King of Abyssinia. Of these three, which King gave the most welcoming response?
King of Abyssinia, Negus. He showed great regard and respect for it. He held it up to his eyes, descended from the throne and ordered an ivory box for it. Then he deposited it in the box and said "While this letter is safe, my kingdom is safe".
400
When the Holy Prophet (saw) received the following revelation, how many people did he leave for Mecca with? You will certainly enter the Sacred Mosque, if God will, in security, some having their heads shaven, and others having their hair cut short; and you will not fear. But He knew what you knew not. He has in fact ordained for you, besides that, a victory near at hand (48:8).
1500 companions
400
"How would you feel with the Gold Bangles of Chosroes on thy wrists" was a prophecy that the Holy Prophet (saw) made. Who was the Holy Prophet (saw) addressing?
Hazrat Suraqa (ra) (Page-70 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
400
The people of Taif did not accept the Holy prophet (saw) and ill-treated him and his companion so much so that both got badly wounded. The town vagabonds chased them several miles out of the town. The Holy Prophet (saw) was sorely grieved and dejected when an angel descended upon him. What did angel say and what was the Holy Prophet's response?
Would he like his persecutors of Taif destroyed? His response was "no" because from these very people would be born those who would worship the "One True God". (Page-52 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
400
Before which battle did the Prophet (saw) pray for the following: words: God, Thou hast sent to me the Qur’an. Thou waitest not to call anyone to account. These hordes which have come to attack us, give them defeat. God, I beseech thee again: Defeat them, make us dominate over them, and upset all their evil intentions (Bukhari).
Battle of the Ditch.
500
The Prophet (saw) had a seal made on which were engraved the words, Muhammad Rasulullah (saw). Envoys went to different capitals, each with a letter from the Prophet (saw), inviting the rulers to accept Islam. What year was that?
Muharram 628
500
Who did the Romans defeat to fulfill this prophecy? The Romans have been defeated in the land nearby, and they, after their defeat, will be victorious in a few years— Allah's is the command before and after that—and on that day will the believers rejoice with the help of Allah. He helps whom He pleases; and He is the Mighty, the Merciful. Allah has made this promise. Allah breaks not His promise, but most men know not (30: 3-7).
The prophecy was fulfilled in a few years. The Romans defeated the Iranians and recovered the territories they had lost to them.
500
The Holy Prophet (saw) on arrival in Medina stayed on the lower floor of a house and a young person was offered for his personal services. Whose house was that and what was the name of the young person?
Hazrat Abu Ayyub Ansari (ra) and Hazrat Anas (ra) (Page-75 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
500
A delegate of Chiefs of Mecca met the Holy Prophet's uncle, Abu Talib and asked him to talk to Mohammad (saw) and stop him from saying anything against their idols. Abu Talib sent for the Prophet and explained to him the demands made by the elders of Mecca. The Holy Prophet's famous response with an astrologic metaphor was:
Even if the Meccans were to place sun on my right and moon on my left, I would not desist from preaching the truth of One God. I must go on doing so until I die. (Page-41 -Life of Muhammad-2009-Ed)
500
The Holy Prophet (saw) heard that the enemies of Islam were raising a big army to attack Medina. The Prophet (saw) was advised that a ditch of sufficient width and depth should be dug around medina. Whose idea was this?
Salman ra the Persian.
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