In this part, we finish our talk on Prophet Zachary and his son, the Prophet John (the Baptist), as related in the Qur'an. We also give a comparative glimpse between the Qur'an and the Bible.
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Biography of Prophets
The Isra’ and Mi’raj refers to the miraculous Night Journey and Ascension of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem (Isra’) and then through the heavens to the Divine Presence (Mi’raj), a pivotal event that affirmed his prophethood and established the five daily prayers.
The Prophet Muhammad’s Farewell Sermon, delivered on the Day of Arafah during his final pilgrimage in 10 AH, sanctifies human life, honor, and property, abolishes pre-Islamic usury and blood feuds, and condemns tampering with sacred months. It outlines spousal rights with an emphasis on kindness toward women, declares believers as brothers with no one’s wealth lawful except by consent, affirms equality among humanity regardless of race or tribe except through piety, and leaves the Qur’an and Sunnah as enduring guidance.
Prophet Zakariyah (Zachary), a figure of profound reverence in Islam, stands as a model of unwavering faith, patient prayer, and humble service to God among the Children of Israel. Chosen from the noblest lineages as one of God’s prophets, he devoted his life to worship, guiding his people toward monotheism while serving as the guardian of the pure-hearted Maryam in Jerusalem’s sacred sanctuary. His story, vividly recounted in the Qur’an’s Surahs Al-Imran and Maryam, culminates in the miraculous birth of his son Yahya (John), a testament to divine mercy that transcends human limitations of age and barrenness, offering timeless lessons in trust and sincerity for readers of all backgrounds.
We continue the Seerah (Sirah) of the Prophet, pbuh. In this part, we describe how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (pbuh) lived in Mecca. How was he with his people? How respected was he among his people? And how he was called the honest and the trustworthy.
We continue the Seerah (Sirah) of the Prophet, pbuh. In this part, when Muhammad ﷺ was not yet a year old, he was sent to live with a foster mother in the countryside, as was the custom of Meccan mothers. The wealthy and middle-class families of Mecca would send their infants to Bedouin wet nurses who lived…
Prophet Dawud (David), peace be upon him, stands as one of the most honored and beloved prophets in Islamic tradition. He was among the great prophets sent to the Children of Israel (Banī Isrā’īl), chosen by Allah to guide his people and establish justice on earth.
