Course Overview
"Seerah: A Journey of Insight and Transformation" — A reflective, thematic, and mission-oriented study of the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ— nurturing deep love for him while linking events with divine guidance, leadership methodology, and a transformative reform strategy.
Total Lectures: 208 Division
Makki Period: 104 Lectures
Madani Period: 104 Lectures
Course Syllabus
Section I – The Makki Period
To understand the purpose and importance of Seerah and apply its lessons to moral choices. Develops clarity of values and strengthens identity and relate pre-Islamic Arabia's conditions to modern challenges.
104 Lectures
- Introduction to Seerat (why studying the life of our Prophet ﷺ is so important?), Definition, Importance, and Objectives of Learning Seerah
- Historical context of the Arabian Peninsula in the years of Prophet Ibrahim AS (Arabia Before Islam – Political, Social, and Religious Conditions)
- Birth, Lineage & Early Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – Signs of Prophethood Revelation Begins – First Wahi, Spiritual Preparation & Mission Definition The Early Call to Islam – Private Da'wah & First Converts
- Public Declaration of the Message – Quraysh Opposition & Early Persecution
- Aws and Khazraj, Quraysh Make Offers and Demands
- Wonderment and Hope, and the Family Divisions
- The Hour and The Three Questions
- The Persecution of the Early Muslims, The Story of Syedna Bilal (RA)
- Strategies of the Prophet ﷺ under Hostile Conditions – Patience, Perseverance, and Gradual Reform
- The Social Boycott & Year of Sorrow – Testing Times and Divine Support The Journey to Ta'if & the Lessons of Prophetic Resilience
- Isra' and Mi'raj – Spiritual Strengthening and Future Vision
- The Pledges of Aqabah – Formation of the First Islamic Community & Preparation for Hijrah
Section II – The Madani Period
To understand the Major Events of the Prophet's ﷺ later life. Students will be able to identify and describe key events, develop factual knowledge and memory recall of historical events in Madani phase.
104 Lectures
- The Hijrah to Madinah – Strategic Move & Establishment of a New Center
- The Importance of "Al Madina Munawara (The City of Light)"
- The Formation of the Islamic State – Brotherhood, Masjid, and the Constitution of Madinah
- Consolidation of the Muslim Ummah – Leadership, Justice & Social Reforms
- Life in Madina - The Hypocrites
- Life in Madina - The Call to Prayer (Azan): An Invitation from Allah
- The People of the Bench, Ashab-e-Suffa
- The Battle of Badr – Turning Point in Islamic Struggle.
- The Battle of Uhud – Strategic Setbacks & Moral Lessons The Battle of the Trench & the Expulsion of Banu Qurayzah
- Battle of the Trench (Khandaq/Al Azhab) – Strategy, siege of Madinah, and Allah's help
- Life in Madina-Character of the Prophet ﷺ– Mercy, justice, humility, and excellence in morals
- Ahlul Bayt, the people of the house
- Change of Qibla from Baitul-Muqqadas to Kaba (Mecca)-Sense of Direction
- Love for the Prophet ﷺ– Signs of true love, respect, and following his Sunnah
- Bait-e-Ridwan - the Oath of Allegiance
- Treaty of Hudaybiyyah – Terms, reactions of companions, and wisdom behind it. After the treaty of Hudaybiyah - The Prophet ﷺas a Teacher and Guide – Methods of teaching, wisdom, and mentorship
- Umrah of Qada (make-up Umrah) – Fulfillment of the previous year's agreement
- Conquest of Makkah – Peaceful entry, forgiveness, and purification of the Kaaba
- Farewell Hajj (Hajjat-ul-Wida) – Key events, Khutbah (sermon), and its lasting message.
- Passing of the Prophet ﷺ– Day, circumstances, and impact on the companions.
Recommended Books
- 1. MUHAMMAD by Martin Lings, (Abū Bakr Sirāj ad-Dīn)
- 2. (The Sealed Nectar) Al-Raheeq ul Makhtoom by Maulana Safi ur Rahman Mubarakpuri
- 3. In the Footsteps of the Prophet, Lessons from the Life of the Prophet by Ramadan Tariq
- 4. ASH-SHIFA (Healing by the Recognition of the Rights of the Chosen One) by Qadi 'Iyad also known as Qadi 'Iyad ibn Musa al-Yahsubi
- 5. Shamaa-il Tirmidhi by Imaam Abi 'Eesaa Muhammad bin 'Eesaa bin Sorah At-Tirmiai
- 6. Purification of the Heart by Hamza Yusuf
Course Requirements
Internet Connection
WiFi or Cellular Data with fast internet speed
Language Requirements
Basic understanding of English and Urdu
Device Requirements
Mobile, Laptop, or Tablet for live sessions
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