Majed Mahmoud

The Passing of the Prophet Muhammad What is the duaa that the Prophet SAW made for his ummah in every prayer? What was the first thing the Prophet SAW asked when he woke up after losing consciousness while leading the believers in prayer? What did he tell Fatimah (R) that made her first cry, then laugh? In our last session, we discuss the final days of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (S), how the believers reacted, and what we can do to be with him in Paradise.

The Farewell Hajj and the Final Sermon How did the Prophet (s) handle the passing of his young son, Ibrahim? What were the four main issues that the Prophet (S) advised the believers about in his final sermon? How did he address the rights of women? What are five ways that we can connect with the Quran? In this session, we discuss the Prophet’s (S) first and only performance of Hajj, the internal and external actions that results in its acceptance, and the foundational lessons we can take from the final sermon he delivered to the believers.

The Battle of Hunayn Who are the closest people to the Prophet s in Paradise? How did the Prophet (s) comfort the Ansar (R) after the war gains were distributed? What are the three steps of conveying Islam that the Prophet (s) taught Muadh ibn Jabal (R)? In this session, we discuss the Battle of Hunayn, how to deal with believers who do acts of disbelief out of ignorance, and the importance of addressing our feelings with our loved ones.

The Conquest of Makkah Can someone love Allah and His Messenger S and still commit a major sin? When should we stop forgiving a person? How do we understand the concept of “an eye for an eye”? How was the Prophet S described upon his return to Makkah? In this session, we talk about the importance of fulfilling trusts, how Quraysh broke the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, Abu Sufyaan’s (R) acceptance of Islam, and the long-awaited conquest of Makkah.

Conveying Islam to the World How can we convey Islam to people if we aren’t capable of teaching or preaching to others? What were the six points that Abu Sufyaan gave Heraclius to explain the message of Islam? Did Heraclius ask more questions about the Messenger (ﷺ), or the message? In this session, we discuss five important points about conveying Islam, the Prophet’s (ﷺ) letter to Heraclius, and the lessons we can take from Heraclius’ reaction.

The Return from Abyssinia & the First Umrah _ Where did Amr ibn al-Aas (R) first accept Islam? What did he ask the Prophet (SAW) before he took his shahadah? Which famous companion took his shahadah at the same time? In this session, we learn about Muslims who migrated to Madinah from Abyssinia, the Prophet’s (SAW) first time visiting Makkah since the Hijrah, the status of women in Islam, and the importance of having hope in people and learning from their experiences.

The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah

The Battle of the Trench

Alcohol, Hijab, & the Slander of Aisha (R) Which of the Jewish scholars in Madinah accepted Islam, and how did the Jewish tribes treat him afterward? Who was the hypocrite who spread a false accusation against Aisha (R)? How did Allah (ﷻ) respond to the accusation? In this session, we talk about the prohibition of drinking alcohol, the importance of hijab, and what we can learn from Aisha’s (R) experience about trusting Allah’s wisdom during difficult times.

The Battle of Uhud

The Battle of Badr _Which of the leaders of Quraysh insisted on fighting the Muslims at Badr? What did Allah do to comfort and prepare the Muslims before the battle? What is the status of the Muslims who fought at Badr compared to the rest of the believers? In this session, we talk about how the Muslims succeeded against all odds by trusting Allah, doing everything in their power, and asking for His help through duaa. Risalah: Reflections from the Prophet’s Life is a 21-part lecture series by Majed Mahmoud, released daily throughout Ramadan 2020.

Establishing the First Muslim Community

Returning from Israa’ & Mi’raaj, and Migrating to Madinah

The Trip to Ta’if, and Israa’ & Mi’raaj

The Migration to Abyssinia & the Boycott

The Persecution of the Muslims

The Message Goes Public & Quraysh’s Rejection

The Message of Islam Begins What are the fundamental values and principles that Islam teaches? What are the differences between how the submitters and the arrogant experience this life and the Afterlife? Why did his wife and close friends accept his message? In this session, we talk about some of the proofs of Prophethood, the Prophet’s (ﷺ) exemplary character, and the first people who accepted his message. Risalah: Reflections from the Prophet’s Life (ﷺ) is a 21-part lecture series by Majed Mahmoud, released daily throughout Ramadan 2020.

The Prophet’s Adulthood & the First Night of Revelation What was the Prophet’s (ﷺ) role in helping to rebuild the Ka’bah? How did his relationship with Khadijah (R) begin? What were the miraculous events that occurred when he was 40 years old? In this session, we discuss the Prophet’s (ﷺ) adulthood before becoming a Messenger, touching on his ability to unite people for the common good despite differences and his love for his wife and family, and his reaction to receiving a revelation from Allah (ﷻ) for the first time. Risalah: Reflections from the Prophet’s Life (ﷺ) is a 21-part lecture series by Majed Mahmoud, released daily throughout Ramadan 2020.

The Childhood & Upbringing of the Prophet SAW What did the Prophet (ﷺ) experience as a young boy in the care of Halimah as-Sa’diyya? How was his relationship with his mother Amenah? What were the early experiences and responsibilities that prepared him for his role as a Prophet? In this session, we discuss Prophet (ﷺ)’s upbringing as a child and teenager, the importance of parents to a child’s development, the experience of losing his mother and grandfather, and growing up in the home of his uncle Abu Taleb into a young man of excellent character. Risalah: Reflections from the Prophet’s Life (ﷺ) is a 21-part lecture series by Majed Mahmoud, released daily throughout Ramadan 2020.