Yasir Qadhi The Unique Characteristics of the Prophet Muhammad
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May 28, 2024 Delve into the multifaceted genres of writings about Prophet Muhammad, exploring his unique characteristics and privileges in Islamic literature. Discover his remarkable traits, miraculous protection, and special privileges like exclusive revelations and the preservation of the Quran. Learn about his distinctive role as the Seal of the Prophets and his position on the Day of Judgment.
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Genres of Prophetic Literature
- Islamic scholarship has various genres of literature on Prophet Muhammad.
- These include Sirah (chronological incidents), Shama'il (physical characteristics and manners), and Dalā'il al-Nubuwwah (proofs of prophethood).
Unique Characteristics of the Prophet
- Beyond Sirah, Shama'il, and Dala'il, there's Fadha'il al-Nubuwwah (blessings of the Prophet) and Khasā'is al-Nubuwwah (unique characteristics).
- Khasā'is focuses on aspects exclusive to Prophet Muhammad.
Authors on Unique Characteristics
- Khasā'is al-Nubuwwah, the unique characteristics of the Prophet, are a less common genre of Islamic literature.
- Scholars like Al-‘Izz ibn Abd al-Salam and Jalaluddin Suyuti wrote treatises on this topic.