Islam Rediscovered
17. Prophetic Vision
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17. PROPHETIC VISION
The Prophet Muhammad, may peace be upon him,
was born in 570 in Makkah, the power centre of
Arabia, and died in Madinah in 632 A.D. His father
Abdullah, died prior to his birth. His mother,
Amina, also died soon after his birth. There was
nothing extraordinary in his external circumstances.
But, from his very childhood, his personality
reflected extraordinary character. On seeing him,
his grandfather, Abdul Muttalib, used to remark
that this grandson of his would reach a high place
in life.
Chapters 93 and 94 of the Qur’an briefly describe
the circumstances of his early years, and assert that,
God took special care of him. In his youth when he
went in search of truth, God gave him guidance
through revelation. His livelihood was provided for
when one of the wealthy ladies of Makkah, having
become impressed by his extraordinary personality
and character, desired to marry him. Besides, the
Prophet was specially gifted with a vision that
would enable him to recognise favourable
