Prophets in the Quran
Muhammad
The final messenger, sent to all people, whose character the Quran calls exalted.
The account
What the Quran relates about Muhammad
Key events
- 1The first revelation in the cave of Hira
- 2The years of persecution in Makkah
- 3The migration to Madinah, and the return to Makkah
What is drawn from it
- Mercy to the worlds is how his sending is described
- The Quran addresses his character before his achievements
References
Surahs where the account appears
The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
The stories, taught with their sources
Islamic studies lessons cover the prophets as the Quran tells them rather than as folklore.
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Questions about the prophets
Where is Muhammad mentioned in the Quran?
In 4 surahs: 3, 33, 47, 48. The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
Is there a surah named after Muhammad?
Yes, surah 47 carries the name.
What are the main events in the story of Muhammad?
The first revelation in the cave of Hira, The years of persecution in Makkah and The migration to Madinah, and the return to Makkah.
What is usually drawn from the story of Muhammad?
Mercy to the worlds is how his sending is described and The Quran addresses his character before his achievements.
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