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Islam: Sources of Wisdom and Authority

Khatam an-Nabiyyin and the Prophets

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Recall questions on the meaning of the title, where the Qur'an gives it, what sealing prophethood implies and the difference between a nabi and a rasul.

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Where in the Qur’an is Muhammad given the title Khatam an-Nabiyyin?

Key term

Name three prophets Muslims believe came before Muhammad.

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What does the Qur’an mean by calling the Prophet an excellent example?

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  1. 1

    What does the title Khatam an-Nabiyyin mean?

    Model answer

    It means seal of the Prophets, that is, that Muhammad is the last prophet God will send.

  2. 2

    Where in the Qur’an is Muhammad given that title?

    Model answer

    In surah 33, verse 40.

  3. 3

    Explain what the sealing of prophethood implies about the Qur’an.

    Model answer

    Since no further prophet will come, the Qur’an stands as God’s final revelation and is held to be sufficient for all peoples and all times.

  4. 4

    Distinguish between a nabi and a rasul.

    Model answer

    A nabi is a prophet who calls people back to God, while a rasul is a messenger who is also given a scripture for a community.

  5. 5

    Name three prophets Muslims believe came before Muhammad.

    Model answer

    Ibrahim, Musa and Isa.

  6. 6

    How does Muhammad’s message relate to earlier revelations in Muslim belief?

    Model answer

    He is believed to confirm the same message given to earlier prophets and to restore it where later followers had altered it.

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