Prophet Muhammad

The Islamic way of upbringing, also known as tarbiyah, is deemed an essential responsibility that is tied to each one of us, as parents, caretakers, and educators. It is Allah, who has entrusted us with this responsibility of guardianship over the dependents under our care.

The last sermon of the Prophet-peace be upon him- is known as Khutbatul Wada'. It is a great khutbah and we should all pay attention to its message and guidance. Here are the basic points mentioned in this khutbah.

Mention of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, is always around Muslims, Alhamdu lillah. But why not organize a week-long family activity around the life of the Prophet? 

Well.The Prophet banned revenge as he built his peace sanctuary in seventh-century Madinah, establishing instead the rule of law. Peace was his goal, which he achieved by developing alliances between Muslims and Madinah's non-Muslim Arabs, Jews, and Christians.

Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, has to become relevant to our youth as a role model, the “beautiful example” to humanity, as he is described in the Quran (33:21). Here are some ways to make the Prophet come alive for teens in your family and community.

While Muslims love and deeply respect Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, others regularly heap abuse on him in ways that are very painful for Muslims to bear. This requires patience and fortitude.