Examples of prophets
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the importance of and the examples set by the prophets Adam, Ibrahim and Isa.
Key learning points
- The Prophet Adam was the first human and prophet in Islam.
- He was given a role as successor or khalifah on earth.
- The Prophet Ibrahim refused to worship idols and rebuilt the Ka'aba with his son Ishma'il.
- The Prophet Isa was born to Maryam miraculously.
- There are some important differences in Muslim beliefs about Isa to Christian beliefs about Jesus.
Keywords
Adam - the first human and first prophet of Islam
Ibrahim - (Abraham) the father of Ishma'il and Isaac, who rebuilt the Ka’aba
Isa - (Jesus) the son of Maryam and an important prophet in Islam
Maryam - (Mary) the mother of Isa, a leader of women
Common misconception
Muslims believe that Muhammad was the first Muslim prophet.
Muslims believe that Adam was the first prophet and that other Abrahamic prophets were also given messages of revelation from Allah.
Teacher tip
To gain a deeper understanding of the stories of the three prophets, students can be directed to these Surahs of the Qur'an: Adam (2:30-39), Ibrahim (21:51-69), Isa (19).
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Muslims believe that was the first prophet of Islam.
Q2.Which of the following is considered a key belief in both Sunni and Shi'a Islam?
Q3.Prophets have been given for humanity from Allah.
Q4.What does the Qur'an say about the role of prophets?
Q5.What central message did all the prophets in Islam receive?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the term "Khalifah" mean about Prophet Adam?
Q2.The Prophet Ibrahim refused to worship idols and rebuilt the with his son Ishma'il.
Q3.According to Islamic belief, who was the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus)?
Q4.What is one major difference between Muslim and Christian beliefs about Isa (Jesus)?
Q5.Muslims believe that all the following are Abrahamic prophets, except for...
Q6.According to Islamic belief, who was the first prophet?
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