Birth & Early Life
What unusual event was seen by his mother Āminah when she was pregnant with him?
She saw a light coming from her that illuminated the palaces of Busra in Syria.
Reflection: Even before birth, Allah showed signs that the Prophet ﷺ would bring light to the world.
Which 2 qualities made people trust the Prophet ﷺ even before Islam?
Al-Sadiq (truthful) and Al-Amin (trustworthy).
Reflection: People trusted his honesty long before Islam — a reminder that our character is daʿwah before our words. Truth is the foundation of trust, and love for the Prophet ﷺ means striving to be truthful.
Who confirmed the Prophet’s ﷺ first revelation when he was terrified, and what did they say?
Waraqah ibn Nawfal, who said: “This is the same angel who came to Musa (AS).”
Reflection: Even from the start, the Prophet ﷺ was connected to the chain of revelation from earlier prophets.
Who was the Prophet ﷺ traveling with during his Hijrah in Rabīʿ al-Awwal?
Abū Bakr al-Ṣiddīq (RA).
Reflection: True friendship is standing with someone in their hardest journey.
Who did the Prophet ﷺ say a believer must love more than their own parents, children, and selves (besides Allah (SWT))?
The Prophet ﷺ himself.
Reflection: Real love requires sacrifice of ego — choosing the Prophet’s ﷺ way over our own desires. True faith requires deep love for him above all.
What tribe and clan did the Prophet ﷺ belong to?
Quraysh, clan of Banū Hāshim.
Reflection: He came from a noble family, but his honor was in serving Allah, not lineage — teaching us humility.
How did the Prophet ﷺ treat people who wronged him? Give an example.
With forgiveness and mercy (example: the people of Ṭāʾif, whom he prayed for instead of cursing).
Reflection: Loving him means embodying his mercy — responding to hate with patience.
Who was the first child and the first freed slave to accept Islam after revelation?
Answer: ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib (RA) and Zayd ibn Ḥārithah (RA).
Reflection: The Prophet ﷺ’s message touched people of all ages and backgrounds — love for him means following Islam no matter our status.
What was the first masjid built during his migration?
Masjid Qubāʾ.
Reflection: The Prophet ﷺ built a masjid before his own house — teaching us the priority of worship and community.
What is one way we can honor the Prophet (SAW)'s family when we praise him?
Saying "Sallallahu Alaihi Wa'Aaalihi Wa Sallam".
Who took care of the Prophet ﷺ after the passing of his mother and grandfather?
His uncle, Abū Ṭālib.
Reflection: Abū Ṭālib showed immense love and protection for the Prophet ﷺ; loving him was natural for Abu Talib, and it hsould be the same with us.
When a Bedouin pulled the Prophet ﷺ harshly by his cloak, how did the Prophet ﷺ respond?
He smiled and fulfilled the man’s request, rather than reacting with anger.
Reflection: Love for him means showing patience and gentleness even when others treat us roughly.
How long was the gap (fatrah) after the first revelation before the next verses came down?
About 6 months to 2 years (scholars differ).
Reflection: This pause taught the Prophet ﷺ reliance on Allah’s timing, and us the lesson of sabr.
How old was the Prophet ﷺ when he passed away?
63 years old.
Reflection: His life was short, but full of impact — showing us the value of time well spent.
What did the Prophet ﷺ say about sending salawat (peace and blessings) upon him?
“Whoever sends one blessing upon me, Allah sends ten upon him.”
Reflection: Loving him brings us closer to Allah — every salawat is multiplied.
What event happened the same year as the Prophet’s ﷺ birth that shook Quraysh?
The Year of the Elephant (Abraha’s failed attack on the Kaʿbah).
Reflection: Allah protected the Kaʿbah and prepared the world for the birth of His final Messenger.
What did the Prophet ﷺ do before entering his home that showed respect for family life?
He always greeted with salām and used the miswāk before speaking to family.
Reflection: The sunnah isn’t just in public — it’s in how we treat those closest to us.
During the early days of revelation, what did the Prophet ﷺ secretly do at the house of al-Arqam ibn Abī al-Arqam?
He taught and called people to Islam in secret.
Reflection: This shows us the wisdom that giving da'wah should be a responsibility for all of us no matter how difficult it may be.
What did the Prophet ﷺ do during his last illness in Rabīʿ al-Awwal that showed his concern for the ummah?
He kept asking, “Have the people prayed?” and once led prayer when carried to the masjid.
Reflection: Even at death’s door, his focus was our worship of Allah — showing his endless mercy for us.
What did the Prophet (SAW) teach the Sahabah as a way to send blessings upon him?
Durood Ibrahim.
Reflection: It is a duʿāʾ asking Allah to send peace, mercy, and blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his family, just as He blessed Prophet Ibrāhīm (AS) and his family. Every time we recite it, we renew our love for the Prophet ﷺ by honoring him and asking Allah to raise his rank. It reminds us to not just say we love him, but to live his legacy of faith, just like Ibrāhīm (AS).
What major event did Halīmah al-Saʿdiyyah witness while caring for the young Prophet ﷺ that made her return him to his mother?
The “splitting of the chest” (Shaqq al-Ṣadr) when two angels purified his heart.
Reflection: Even in childhood, Allah purified his heart — showing us that spiritual purity is key for guidance.
What did ʿĀʾishah (RA) say when asked about the character of the Prophet ﷺ?
“His character was the Qurʾān.”
Reflection: To love him is to live by the Qurʾān as he did.
When the Prophet ﷺ was commanded to warn his closest family, what did he say to the Quraysh when he gathered them at Ṣafā?
He warned them of Allah’s punishment, saying even if he loved them, he could not save them from Allah except by faith.
Reflection: Love for family does not replace responsibility to Allah — we must guide, not just love.
What was the Prophet ﷺ’s final advice to the ummah during his last illness in Rabīʿ al-Awwal?
“Guard your prayer, and be mindful of those under your care.”
Reflection: His last words were about salah and responsibility — reminding us what matters most in our lives.
Name one way we can show our love for the Prophet ﷺ today.
By following his sunnah, learning his seerah, sending salawat, or embodying his character.
Reflection: Love is not just words — it’s living like him.