The Life of Prophet Muhammad: Chapter 7 Questions

Discussion questions for Chapter 7 of Adil Salahi's book 'Muhammad – Man and Prophet' published by Islamic Foundation. The title of the chapter is "The Call to Islam Goes Public" and it covers the fourth year of Prophethood.

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1. The Life of the Prophet (ﷺ) Discussion Questions for Chapter 7: The Call to Islam Goes Public (4th year of Prophethood)
2. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • For how many years did Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) propagate Islam in secret? • Why did he begin calling people to Islam publicly? • Describe Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)’s first public call to Islam
3. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • Who was the first person in the audience to respond to that call and how did they respond? • What impact did this person’s response have on others in the crowd?
4. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • What was the significance of that first public call and its impact on the Quraysh?
5. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • After that first public call, who did the Prophet arrange a special gathering for in order to explain his message and to call on to believe in it?
6. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • What was the response of the Prophet’s uncle Abu Talib to his call? • What was the response of the Prophet’s uncle Abu Lahab to his call?
7. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • How do the contrasting responses of Abu Talib and Abu Lahab help us understand the forces and mindsets that were at play in Makkan society at the time?
8. Discussion Questions for Chapter 7 • What action did Abu Lahab take immediately after this gathering to demonstrate his disapproval of his nephew?
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