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Know the Prophet ﷺ

Discover the Prophet ﷺ

A clear and welcoming introduction to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for beginners, visitors and new learners.

A welcoming introduction

Meet Muhammad ﷺ

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born in Makkah and received the final revelation of Islam. Muslims believe he was a human being, a Messenger of Allah and an example of faith, mercy, justice and beautiful character.

Born in MakkahLived in ArabiaMessenger of IslamBeloved by Muslims
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Who is Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?

His life

He was known among his people for truthfulness and trustworthiness. At the age of forty, he began receiving revelation and called people to worship Allah alone, care for others and live with moral responsibility.

Why Muslims love him

Muslims love him as Allah’s Messenger, follow his Sunnah and send peace and blessings upon him. This love is expressed through faith, good character and service—not through worshipping him.

His call

His message in ten points

  1. 01Worship Allah alone.
  2. 02Speak the truth and keep your promises.
  3. 03Care for parents, family and neighbours.
  4. 04Protect the poor, orphaned and vulnerable.
  5. 05Be just, even when it is difficult.
  6. 06Show mercy to people, animals and creation.
  7. 07Seek knowledge and reflect.
  8. 08Forgive and reconcile where possible.
  9. 09Live with modesty, patience and gratitude.
  10. 10Remember that every person returns to Allah.
An example for humanity

Mercy in everyday life

With children

He greeted children, showed affection and treated their feelings with care.

With neighbours

He taught that faith must be visible in kindness, safety and consideration for neighbours.

With the vulnerable

He defended the dignity of people who were poor, orphaned, enslaved or overlooked.

With animals

He taught humane treatment, proper care and mercy toward animals.

In disagreement

He modelled patience, principled dialogue, forgiveness and reconciliation.

In leadership

He consulted others, accepted responsibility and placed justice above privilege.

Clear answers

Common questions

Do Muslims worship Muhammad ﷺ?

No. Muslims worship Allah alone. Muhammad ﷺ is honoured, loved and followed as Allah’s Messenger.

What does ﷺ mean?

It is a written prayer asking Allah to send peace and blessings upon Prophet Muhammad.

What is the Sunnah?

The Sunnah is the preserved example of the Prophet’s teachings, actions and character.

What is the Seerah?

The Seerah is the study of the Prophet’s life, journey, community and mission.

Can a non-Muslim learn from his life?

Yes. Everyone is welcome to explore his biography, moral teachings, leadership and service to humanity.

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