Prophet Muhammad's challenges
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can understand the challenges faced by the Prophet Muhammad during his life and prophethood.
Key learning points
- Muslims believe that Muhammad continued to receive revelations from God (Allah).
- His message of monotheism was challenging for the society of Makkah.
- Many Muslims interpret the story of the Spider's Web as showing God (Allah’s) protection of the Prophet Muhammad.
- The migration to Madinah shows many Muslims the importance of perseverance when facing challenges.
Keywords
Islam - the religion of Muslims, meaning 'submission to the will of God'
Companion - someone who met Prophet Muhammad and believed in his message
Migration - the movement of people from one area to another
Hijrah - Prophet Muhammad's migration from Makkah to Madinah
Common misconception
Everyone welcomed Prophet Muhammad's message.
Prophet Muhammad faced opposition and persecution as not everyone welcomed his message.
Teacher tip
Retell the story of the Hijrah but remember to not sketch any images of the Prophet or the angel Jibr'il as it is forbidden in Sunni belief. Invite a speaker to share their experience of visiting the Cave of Thawr or use a virtual tool to show children how it still exists in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The angel Jibr’il told Muhammad that he was a .
Q2.The Prophet Muhammad often went to a to pray and think.
Q3.What was the Prophet Muhammad known for in business?
Q4.What was Khadija’s job?
Q5.What word means a message from God?
Q6.What did the angel Jibr’il tell the Prophet Muhammad to do?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does ‘Islam’ mean?
Q2.Who gave messages from Allah to the Prophet Muhammad?
Q3.Who helped the Prophet Muhammad during the Hijrah?
Q4.What does ‘Hijrah’ mean?
Q5.Why did people in Makkah not like the Prophet Muhammad’s message?
Q6.Match each teaching from the story of the Hijrah to the event from the Hijrah that shows this.
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