Sirah & Shama'il

Foundations of the Prophetic Mission

Themes: Pre-Islamic Arabia, Divine Preparation, Early Revelation

• Key Topics:

  • The spiritual and social landscape of Jahiliyyah Arabia.

  • Abrahamic roots: Ibrahim (as), Hajar, and Ismail’s legacy in Mecca.

  • Birth, childhood, and early signs of prophethood.

  • The first revelation

  • Early converts and the secret da’wah.

Trials & Triumphs in Mecca

Themes: Persecution, Steadfastness, Divine Support

• Key Topics:

  • Quraysh’s opposition and the persecution of Muslims.

  • Migration to Abyssinia: A test of faith and diplomacy.

  • The Year of Sorrow and the transformative Night Journey (Isra’ wal Mi’raj).

  • The search for sanctuary: Preparing for Hijrah.

Building the Medinan Ummah

Themes: Community, Statecraft, Spiritual Warfare

• Key Topics:

  • Hijrah to Medina: Establishing the first Islamic society.

  • Brotherhood (Mu’akhah) and the Constitution of Medina.

  • Sacred battles: Badr, Uhud, and Khandaq as spiritual lessons.

  • Treaties and diplomacy: Hudaybiyyah’s strategic wisdom.

Victory & Completion

Themes: Conquest, Legacy, Eternal Light

• Key Topics:

  • Fath Makkah: A model of mercy and forgiveness.

  • The Farewell Sermon: A blueprint for humanity.

  • The Prophet’s ﷺ passing and the continuity of his sunnah.

Special Focus: Shama’il

1. The Prophet’s ﷺ Character (Shamail):

   • Physical appearance, daily habits, and spiritual presence.

   • Miracles and their deeper meanings.

2. Universal Lessons:

   • Prophetic diplomacy, interfaith relations, and social justice.

   • Applying the Sirah in modern contexts.

3. Living Connection:

   • The Ummah’s bond with the Prophet ﷺ through salawat