Prophethood
I can explain the role and importance of prophethood in Islam.
Prophethood
I can explain the role and importance of prophethood in Islam.
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Key learning points
- Prophethood is an important belief in Sunni and Shi'a foundations of faith.
- Adam was the first prophet and human on earth.
- Ibrahim, Musa, Dawud and Isa were other important prophets.
- These four prophets are examples for Muslims to follow today.
Keywords
Adam - the first human and first prophet of Islam
Dawud - (David) prophet of Islam, also the King of Israel
Ibrahim - (Abraham) prophet of Islam who rebuilt the Ka’aba with his son Isma’il
Isa - (Jesus) son of Maryam and prophet of Islam, will return in the Last Days
Musa - (Moses) prophet of Islam who Allah used to free the Israelites from slavery
Common misconception
That Muslims believe Muhammad was the first prophet of Islam.
Muslims belive that Adam was the first prophet of Islam and Muhammad was the final prophet.
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