SUMMER HOMEWORK NAME: MUHAMMMAD IBRAHIM ZAHID CLASS: IG-1 BOYS

8/3/2024 TOTAL WORDS: 2288 Q.1: 988 words Q.2: 1300

(Q1)BIRTH TO FIRST REVELATION (5+5 MARKS) (450 WORDS)

(A) OUTLINE THE MAJOR EVENTS FROM THE PROPHETS BIRTH TO FIRST REVELATION

The Prophet (SAW) was born in a very very successful family in mecca. It was narrated from Al-Abbas
(RA) that the messenger of Allah (SAW) said that:

"Allah created mankind, and made me (SAW) from the best of them, from the best of their two groups.
Then He chose tribes and made me (SAW) from the best tribe. Then He chose families and made me
(SAW) from the best family. So I am the best of them from the best family."

The Quraysh were extremely jealous by the Prophet (SAW) rank and behavior to such a point they would
blame Him (SAW) of many things that they made up but were not able to use their tricks and plans.

The Prophet (SAW) grew up as an orphan, for his father Abdullah no longer with us before the Prophet
was born. When the Prophet (SAW) was 6 years old, his mother Amina was also no longer with us as
well, He (SAW) was then taken care by his grandfather Abdul Muttalib but he also was no longer with us
when the Prophet (SAW) was 8 years old, he was then with the cover of guardianship of His (SAW)
caring uncle Abu Taalib. The Quran says

"Did He not find you (O' Muhammad) an orphan and gave you shelter"

His (SAW) brainpower was clear from the vision of understanding from an early age. An event occurred,
when he was a young boy, the messenger (SAW) came and sat on his granddad's bed, when he (Abdul
Muttalib) sat on it no one among his children would sit next to him so his uncles would want to sit, but
Abdul Muttalib said

"Leave my son alone, for by Allah he has a future"

When the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was a young man, he heard singing from a house in Makkah
where a wedding was happening. Suddenly, he fell to the ground and became unconscious. Allah
protected him, and he never worshipped idols. He also never ate food that wasn't sacrificed in Allah's
name, never drank alcohol, never used bad words, and never gambled, bribed, or stole.

Once, the Kaaba was damaged by a flood, and it needed to be fixed. When the construction started, the
tribes wanted to put the Black Stone back in its place, and this led to a big fight among them. They
decided that the first person to come through the gate would help them decide. That person was
Muhammad (SAW).

When the tribes saw him, they knew he was honest and trusted him to make a fair decision. He listened
to their problem and came up with a smart solution. The Prophet (SAW) spread out his cloak and placed
the Black Stone in the middle. He asked each tribe to hold onto a corner of the cloak, so they could lift
the stone together. This way, everyone felt included, and it helped avoid fighting. Everyone agreed with
his decision.

When the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was 15 years old, a big and unfair war started between the
Quraysh and Banu Kinana tribes and the Qais Ailan tribe. This war went on for many years, even though
people were supposed to stop fighting during certain holy months. In one of the battles, the Prophet
(SAW) joined his uncles, but instead of fighting, he helped by picking up arrows that had fallen on the
ground.

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was known as "Al Ameen," which means "The Trustworthy." People
trusted him because he always treated others with respect, was kind, and kept his promises. Because of
this, Khadija (RA), a successful businesswoman, asked him to help her with trade. She let him use her
money to buy and sell goods in different cities.

Khadija (RA) was very impressed with how well he did in trade and even paid him double what he was
earning. After one trip back to Makkah, her slave Maysarah told her about how honest and truthful
Muhammad (SAW) was in business. This made Khadija (RA) respect him even more, and she decided to
ask him to marry her. Muhammad (SAW) agreed, even though he was 15 years younger than her.
(B) DISCUSS THE RELEVANCE AND APPLICATION OF ANY 2 MAJOR EVENTS IN TODAY'S WORLD

1. The Restoration of the Black Stone at the Kaaba

The story of how Prophet Muhammad (SAW) helped return the Black Stone to the Kaaba shows us how
he solved problems peacefully and fairly. This is very important today because many people argue and
disagree with each other. Today, there are many disagreements between groups of people, like different
political parties or cultures. The way the Prophet (SAW) brought the tribes together teaches us that
talking and working together is very important. Leaders and helpers can learn from this story to help
solve problems by making sure everyone gets a chance to share their ideas. It is important to find
solutions that help everyone, not just one group. By following this example, we can create a more
peaceful and friendly world.

2. The Trustworthiness of Muhammad (SAW)

Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was known as "Al Ameen," which means "The Trustworthy." This is very
important today because many people have trouble trusting others because of lies and cheating. The
Prophet (SAW) was honest and fair in everything he did, which is a great example for us to follow.In
today’s world, being trustworthy is very important for businesses. When companies are honest and do
what they say, they build strong relationships with their customers and workers. This helps them
succeed over time. We can also learn from the Prophet (SAW) by being honest in our own lives. When
we tell the truth and treat others with respect, we create a friendly and supportive community where
everyone feels safe and valued. By being trustworthy, we can help make the world a better place.
2. First Revelation to Migration to Medina (5+5 Marks = 450 words)

a) Outline major events from the first revelation to the migration to Medina.

When the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was 40 years old, the Angel Jibreel (AS) came to him while he was
praying alone in the cave of Hira. Jibreel told the Prophet to read, but the Prophet replied, “I am not a
reader.” The angel then hugged him tightly until he felt he couldn't take it anymore. After that, Jibreel
asked him to read again, and the Prophet gave the same answer. This happened three times, and each
time Jibreel squeezed him harder.

Finally, Jibreel released him and read some important verses:

"Recite in the name of your Lord who created,

created man from a clot of congealed blood.

Recite: and your Lord is Most Generous,

Who taught by the pen,

taught man what he did not know."

After hearing these words, the Prophet hurried home, out of breath, and called for his wife, Khadija
(RA), saying, “Cover me! Cover me!” Khadija wrapped him up and calmed him down. The Prophet then
shared everything that had happened and said, “I fear for myself.”

Khadija reassured him, saying, “Never! By Allah, Allah will never disgrace you. You are good to your
family, help the poor and those in need, and treat your guests generously.”

Khadija then took him to her cousin, Waraqah Bin Naufal, who was old and blind. She said to Waraqah,
“Listen to the story of your nephew!” Waraqah asked the Prophet what he had seen. The Prophet
described what happened in the cave. Waraqah recognized that this was the Angel Jibreel, who had also
come to Prophet Musa (AS). He said, “I wish I were young and strong enough to support you when your
people drive you out.” The Prophet asked, “Will they drive me out?” Waraqah replied, “Yes, anyone who
brings a message like this is usually opposed. But if I live to see that day, I will help you.” Sadly, Waraqah
passed away a few days later.
The earliest people who believed in Prophet Muhammad (SAW) after his first revelation were those who
had been close to him. The first was his wife, Khadija (RA), who supported him a lot. Next was his young
cousin, Ali ibn Abu Talib (RA), who lived with the Prophet. Then there was Zayd ibn Harithah, the
Prophet's adopted son. The fourth person to accept Islam was Abu Bakr as-Siddiq, a good friend and
respected merchant.

After some time, the revelations from Allah stopped for a while, which made the Prophet (SAW) very
worried. He even thought about throwing himself off a mountain because he believed Allah might be
unhappy with him. One day, he heard a voice from heaven and saw the angel who had first spoken to
him. This made him afraid, so he asked for help. Then Allah revealed some important words to him,
saying:

“O you who covers himself (with a garment),

arise and warn,

and your Lord glorify,

and your clothing purify,

and uncleanliness avoid.”

This message helped ease the Prophet's worries and assured him that Allah was not angry with him.

After this, Muhammad (SAW) began to share the message of Islam with more people. He did this for
about three years, and around 30 people became Muslims. Then, Allah told him to spread the message
more openly in the community. The Quran says: “Then declare what you are commanded and turn away
from the polytheists.”

During the early days of Islam, the new believers and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
faced a lot of trouble. The Mushrikeens who believed in many gods were angry because the Prophet
disapproved their beliefs and taught them to worship only One God. The Prophet and the believers
would secretly meet at the house of a man named Al-Arqam ibn Abi al-Arqam, who had also converted
to Islam. There, the Prophet would share the messages from the Qur'an and teach them about Islam.

The Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) was told to warn his tribe, the Quraysh, about the importance of
Islam and to stop worshipping idols. He stood on a hill called As-Safa and called out to his people, but
some, like Abu Lahab, were very mean to him. Abu Lahab even shouted, "May you perish!" to him.
The Quraysh wanted to harm Muhammad (s.a.w), but his uncle, Abu Taalib, protected him. Abu Taalib
asked him to be quieter about his message, but the Messenger was determined to continue spreading
the message of Islam, saying he would never give it up, even if it meant dying for it.

As time went on, the Quraysh treated the Messenger and his followers even worse, torturing some until
they died or became blind. When they saw that the believers wouldn’t give up, they offered the
Messenger money and power, but he refused.

Seeing how stubborn the Quraysh were, the Messenger advised his followers to migrate to Abyssinia
(Ethiopia), where a kind king ruled and no one was mistreated. In the first migration, twelve men and
four women left but returned after hearing that Islam was spreading. However, they soon returned to
Abyssinia with more believers, and in the second migration, eighty-three men and eleven women went.

The Quraysh also placed a boycott on the Messenger and his family, stopping trade and social
interactions with them. This lasted for two to three years, during which they suffered a lot. Eventually,
the boycott ended thanks to some wise people among the Quraysh.
b) Choose any two events and analyze their significance for modern society.

1. The First Revelation in the Cave of Hira

Significance:

The first revelation is an important moment not just for Prophet Muhammad (SAW) but for everyone.

Beginning of Prophethood: This event shows the start of a new way of guidance. It teaches us that true
knowledge and wisdom come from God. Today, many people are looking for meaning and purpose in
their lives, and this story encourages them to seek understanding beyond what they see in the world.

Courage in Hard Times: The Prophet felt scared and anxious when he first received the revelation. This
shows that it’s normal for people to feel afraid when facing something new and unknown. His struggle
and decision to accept his important role remind us that we need courage to face challenges in our lives,
even when we are scared or unsure.

Importance of Support: Khadija’s (RA) support is very important. It shows how having a strong support
system, like family and friends, can help us during tough times. In today’s world, where we talk more
about mental health, it reminds us that having people who care about us can make a big difference in
our lives and help us grow.
2. The Transition from Private to Public Preaching

Significance:

When the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was told to share the message of Islam openly, it was an
important moment for several reasons:

Standing Up for What's Right: This change shows us that it’s important to speak out for truth and justice,
even if we might face challenges. It encourages people today to stand against unfairness and
discrimination. The Prophet’s decision to share his message inspires movements that fight for equality
and make the world a better place.

Courage to Face Challenges: The story teaches us that when someone introduces new ideas, they might
face opposition or resistance. This part of the story motivates activists and leaders today to keep trying,
reminding them that their hard work can lead to positive changes, even when things get tough.

Building a Community: As the Prophet (SAW) started to gather followers, it showed how important it is
to have a community that supports new ideas. Today, creating inclusive communities is essential to
tackle social issues. The early Muslim community serves as a great example of people coming together
for a common purpose, encouraging everyone to unite for good causes.