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Prophetic Last Days and Legacy

Explore key events from Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) final days and his enduring legacy.

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1. How should the reports about the Prophet’s ﷺ last words be understood?

  • Some reports mention his final pieces of advice, while the report of ‘Aa’ishah gives the last words of all. (correct answer)
  • All reports contradict one another and must be rejected.
  • The reports are considered new revelation after the Qur’an.
  • The reports have no guidance or benefit for Muslims.

Why

The last words of the Prophet ﷺ before leaving this world were, “O Allah, with the highest companions,” as narrated in the report of ‘Aa’ishah رضي الله عنها. Other reports mention statements such as advice about prayer, those under one’s authority, and warning against taking graves as places of worship. These are not contradictions; they refer to some of the last things he said or final advice he gave to his family, Companions, and those in authority after him. The report of ‘Aa’ishah رضي الله عنها gives the last words of all.

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2. What happened to the Prophet’s ﷺ chest on the night of Isra’?

  • Jibril opened it, washed it with Zamzam, and filled it with wisdom and faith. (correct answer)
  • It was only a dream with no physical event.
  • It was opened by the people of Makkah.
  • It was filled with wealth and worldly power.

Why

The source explains that Allah opened the chest of His Prophet ﷺ in more than one sense. His heart was opened to Islam, wisdom, knowledge, and faith. It also mentions a literal opening of his chest twice during his life: first when he was a child among Banu Sa‘d, and second on the night of Isra’. On the night of Isra’, Jibril عليه السلام opened his chest, washed it with Zamzam, and emptied into it a golden basin filled with wisdom and faith.

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A note on these answers

These questions are for learning and self-testing. Explanations are drawn from the sources linked on each question and are not a fatwa. For a ruling on your own circumstances, please consult a qualified scholar.

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