Prophets

• What is the significance of Mecca in Islam?

  It is a house for Allah.
• Who is the son of Avahin and what did he do?

  He restored Mecca as a worship place.
• What did the Qur'an say about Dawud (David)?

  He was chosen as a prophet.
• What is the Zabur?

  It is the Psalms received by Dawud.
• What happened to the message of the Zabur?

  It was distorted but is now restored.
• Who is Ibrahim (Abraham) in Islam?

  One of the greatest prophets.
• What did Ibrahim demonstrate by denying idols?

  Islam is the one true religion.
• What is the Sahifah?

  One of the Qur'an's first holy books.
• What part of the Hajj ceremony is dedicated to Ibrahim?

  A story of his sacrifices.
• Who is Musa (Moses) in Islam?

  He is mentioned more than any other prophet.
• What did Musa do for the Jews?

  Led them from slavery to freedom.
• What is the Tawrat?

  It is the Holy Book received by Musa.
• What happened to the message of the Tawrat?

  It was rejected or distorted by his people.
• Who is Isa (Jesus) in Islam?

  He is celebrated for his miracles.
• What is significant about Isa's mother, Maryam?

  She is considered a highly virtuous woman.
• How did Isa perform miracles?

  Through the powers of Allah.
• What do Muslims believe happened to Isa after the crucifixion?

  Allah took him straight to Heaven.
• How is Isa viewed in Islam compared to Christianity?

  He is an ordinary man, not the Son of God.
• Who is the final prophet of Islam?

  Muhammad
• What is the significance of Muhammad's message?

  It guides how humans should live their lives.
• What happens to those who follow Muhammad's message?

  They will be rewarded.
• What does it mean that Muhammad was illiterate?

  His teachings were not distorted.
• Why is the Quran considered the most complete Holy Book?

  It contains Allah's true word.
• What is the Sunnah in Islam?

  It reflects Muhammad's example in practices.
• How is Muhammad described in terms of his character?

  He was a model of devout faith and justice.
• What roles did Muhammad fulfill?

  Military leader and family man.
• How do Muslims learn from the lives of the prophets?

  • They follow their examples of faith.
  • They refer to the teachings in the Qur'an.
• What sources of wisdom and authority do Muslims refer to regarding prophets?

  • The Qur'an
  • The Sunnah
• What does Rishalah mean?

  Prophethood