Prophet Muhammad Prophethood JSS2 Islamic Studies Lesson Note

 MUHAMMAD’S PROPHETHOOD

Prophet Muhammad was born in Mecca, Arabia, around the year 570 CE. He was known as:

• A truthful person
• An honest trader
• A kind human being
• A person everyone trusted
• Someone special even before becoming a prophet

Early Life of Muhammad

Growing Up

• Born in Mecca
• Parents died when he was young
• Raised by his grandfather, then his uncle
• Worked as a trader
• Known for being honest and kind
• People called him “Al-Amin” (The Trustworthy)

The First Revelation

The Cave of Hira

• Muhammad often went to a cave called Hira
• He would spend time thinking and praying
• He was 40 years old
• One night, something amazing happened

Meeting Angel Gabriel

• Angel Gabriel appeared to Muhammad
• The angel brought a message from Allah
• First words: “Read in the name of your Lord”
• Muhammad was surprised because he could not read

Muhammad’s First Reactions

Feeling Worried

• Muhammad was scared
• He did not understand what was happening
• He went to his wife Khadijah
• Khadijah comforted and supported him

Seeking Understanding

• Khadijah took him to her cousin Waraqah
• Waraqah was a wise Christian scholar
• He told Muhammad he was chosen as a prophet
• Waraqah said Muhammad would bring a new message

The Message of Prophethood

First Teachings

• Muhammad began to share Allah’s message
• Started with close family and friends
• Told people to worship one God
• Taught people to be kind and good
• Spoke against bad habits

Growing Challenges

• Many people did not want to listen
• Some people made fun of him
• Others became angry
• He remained patient and continued his message

First Followers

Who Believed First?

• His wife Khadijah was the first believer
• His close friend Abu Bakr
• His young cousin Ali
• His freed slave Zayd
• These people supported him from the beginning

Muhammad’s Character as a Prophet

Important Qualities

• Always honest
• Very patient
• Kind to everyone
• Helped poor people
• Treated everyone with respect
• Never angry without a good reason

The Message Spreads

Sharing the Word of Allah

• Muhammad continued teaching
• More people started listening
• The message of Islam began to grow
• People from different backgrounds joined

Moving to Medina

• People in Mecca did not accept him
• Muhammad and his followers moved to Medina
• Started building a new community
• Brought people together

Important Teachings

What Muhammad Taught

• Believe in one God
• Be kind to others
• Help poor people
• Treat everyone fairly
• Take care of family
• Always tell the truth

Miracles of Muhammad

Special Signs

• Quran (holy book)
• Bringing people together
• Changing how people lived
• Spreading message of peace
• Showing people a better way of life

End of Prophethood

Final Message

• Completed delivering Allah’s message
• Taught people how to live good lives
• Showed the right path
• Prepared Muslims for future

Conclusion

Prophet Muhammad:

• Brought a message of hope
• Taught people about Allah
• Changed the world
• Showed how to be a good person
• Brought peace and understanding

Note to Students: Prophet Muhammad’s life shows us how one person can make a big difference by being kind, honest, and faithful.

Remember: The most important thing is to be a good person and help others.