There is no doubt that Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, is among the noblest of people in lineage, the highest in character, and the most merciful and forgiving. He is Mohammed, son of Abdullah, son of Abdul Muttalib. God created mankind and placed him among the best of His creation. He divided them into groups, and made him part of the best group. He created tribes and made him part of the best tribe. He created families and made him part of the best family, as the Prophet himself said, “I am the best of you in family and character.”
Regarding Prophet Mohammed’s Family, peace be upon him, they are the most honorable and esteemed people. Congratulations to the family of the chosen one; God has bestowed upon you a nobility unmatched by others.
In this article, we will learn about the family of Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, from ancestors to descendants. Let us delve into the lives of the best and most generous among people, the family of Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him.
1. Ancestors of Prophet Mohammed’s Family
2. Parents in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
3. Wives in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
4. Children in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
5. Grandchildren in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
6. Uncles in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
First: Ancestors of Prophet Mohammed’s Family
1. His paternal grandfather was Abdul Muttalib ibn Hashim ibn Abd Manaf.
2. His maternal grandfather was Wahb ibn Abd Manaf ibn Zuhra.
3. His paternal grandmother was Fatimah bint Amr ibn Aidh ibn Imran ibn Makhzum.
4. His maternal grandmother was Barrah bint Abdul Uzza ibn Uthman ibn Abdul Dar ibn Qusay ibn Kilab ibn Murrah.
Second: Parents in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
We know that Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, was born in the Year of the Elephant and that his father passed away before his birth.
1. His father was Abdullah ibn Abdul Muttalib ibn Hashim ibn Abd Manaf.
2. His mother was Aminah bint Wahb ibn Abd Manaf ibn Zuhra, who passed away when he was six years old.
Third: Wives in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
1. Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, may God be pleased with her, was his first wife. He married her at the age of 25 when she was 40, and she bore him all his children except one.
2. Sawdah bint Zam’ah, whom he married as a widow, and she was much older than him.
3. Aisha bint Abu Bakr, the only virgin he married and the daughter of his closest friend, Abu Bakr.
4. Hafsah bint Umar ibn Al-Khattab, whom he married after her husband was martyred in the Battle of Badr.
5. Zaynab bint Jahsh, whom he married by God’s command after she was divorced by Zayd ibn Harithah.
6. Zaynab bint Khuzaymah, whom he married after her husband was martyred in the Battle of Badr.
7. Hind bint Umayyah, known as Umm Salamah, whom he married after her husband was martyred in the Battle of Uhud.
8. Ramlah bint Abu Sufyan, known as Umm Habibah, whom he married as a widow.
9. Maymunah bint Al-Harith, the last woman he married.
10. Juwayriyyah bint Al-Harith, whom he married after her husband died.
11. Safiyyah bint Huyayy ibn Akhtab, whom he married as a widow.
Fourth: Children in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
1. Al-Qasim, his first child, who died young at the age of one year and five months.
2. Zaynab, his second child, who passed away in the eighth year of Hijrah.
3. Ruqayyah, who married twice and died after the Battle of Badr.
4. Umm Kulthum, who also married twice and died in the ninth year of Hijrah.
5. Fatimah, known as Umm Abiha, was the only one who lived after the Prophet and died six months after him.
6. Abdullah, born after the Prophethood, died young.
7. Ibrahim, the only child from Maria the Copt, died at sixteen months.
Fifth: Grandchildren in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, had no grandchildren from his sons as they all died young. However, he had grandchildren from his daughters:
1. From Zaynab: Ali and Umamah, children of Abu Al-As ibn Al-Rabi.
2. From Ruqayyah: Abdullah, son of Uthman ibn Affan, who died young.
3. From Fatimah: Hasan, Husayn, Muhsin, Umm Kulthum, and Zaynab.
Sixth: Uncles in Prophet Mohammed’s Family
The Prophet had ten uncles and six aunts:
1. Hamzah ibn Abdul Muttalib, who embraced Islam and was titled “Lion of God.”
2. Al-Abbas ibn Abdul Muttalib, who also embraced Islam.
3. Abu Talib, who raised the Prophet after his grandfather’s death, did not embrace Islam but supported him.
4. Abu Lahab, who opposed the Prophet fiercely and remained an enemy.
5. Al-Zubayr ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
6. Abdul Uzza ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
7. Al-Harith ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
8. Al-Ghaydaq ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
9. Dhirar ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
10. Qutham ibn Abdul Muttalib, who died before the Prophethood.
The Prophet also had six aunts:
1. Atikah bint Abdul Muttalib.
2. Safiyyah bint Abdul Muttalib.
3. Ummimah bint Abdul Muttalib.
4. Arwa bint Abdul Muttalib.
5. Umm Hakim bint Abdul Muttalib.
6. Barrah bint Abdul Muttalib.
The Prophet had no maternal uncles as Aminah bint Wahb had no brothers.
Features of Quran Moddaker Academy:
1. High-quality educational resources for the Quran and Arabic language, affordable for everyone.
2. A variety of learning options to meet the diverse needs of learners.
3. A supportive and encouraging learning environment where everyone feels welcome and respected.
4. Two free trial sessions.
5. Flexible scheduling.
6. Qualified teachers from Al-Azhar University.
7. Emergency plan adjustments.
8. Lesson reminders.
Advantages of Quranic Arabic Classes through Quran Moddaker Academy:
1. Provision of high-quality educational resources for the Noble Quran and the Arabic language, accessible to everyone at reasonable prices.
2. Offering a variety of learning options that cater to the needs of different learners.
3. Creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment where everyone feels welcome and respected.
4. Two free trials.
5. Flexibility in choosing a suitable time.
6. Qualified male and female teachers from Al-Azhar University.
8. Reminder notifications for class timings.
Finally, Quran Moddaker Academy offers the following courses for you:
1. Foundation Course: A comprehensive program designed for non-Arabic speakers who wish to learn how to read and recite the Quran with proper Tajweed. (here)
2. Quran Recitation: We provide Quranic recitation and Arabic language lessons for beginners to advanced learners, catering to both children and adults. (here)
3. Quran Memorization: Discover the treasures of the Quran through our comprehensive memorization course. (here)
4. Tajweed Course: Specifically designed for individuals who want to deepen their understanding and practical application of Tajweed rules in their recitation of the Quran. (here)
5. Arabic Language Course: This course is designed to cover the four fundamental language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking, with equal emphasis on each component to ensure comprehensive language learning. (here)
6. Islamic Studies: Enroll in the Islamic Studies course at Quran Moddaker Academy and embark on a journey to deepen your understanding of Islam. (here)
7. Customized Training Course: Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, we empower you to create a customized learning experience in Quranic studies and the Arabic language, tailored specifically for non-Arabic speakers. (here)
