In this episode of The Deen Show, host Eddie and Sheikh Yusuf Estes explore the life and legacy of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) — the last and final messenger sent to all of mankind. For those close to accepting Islam or simply curious about who this remarkable man was, this episode provides a compelling overview of his character, his mission, and why even non-Muslim historians have recognized him as the most influential person in human history.
A Messenger in the Line of All Prophets
Sheikh Yusuf emphasizes that believing in Muhammad (peace be upon him) means automatically believing in all the prophets who came before him — Adam, Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, and Jesus (peace be upon them all). Islam affirms that Jesus is the Messiah, that he had a miraculous birth, performed miracles, and will return in the last days. The Prophet Muhammad did not come to start a new religion but to complete and confirm the message that every prophet before him delivered: worship the One Creator alone.
“The Quran says God is the Lord of the worlds — plural. And He sent Muhammad as a mercy to the worlds. One brother heard this and said, ‘I have always wondered how come no religion talks about other worlds, but yours does.’ He became Muslim right then and there.”
His Character Before and During Prophethood
- Even before receiving revelation, Muhammad was known among his people as Al-Ameen (The Trustworthy) and As-Sadiq (The Truthful)
- He was an orphan — his father died before his birth and his mother passed away when he was young
- He never worshipped idols, never lied, and was known for his exceptional honesty and character
- Michael Hart, a non-Muslim historian, ranked Muhammad as the number one most influential person in history in his book “The 100”
“Gandhi said: ‘I have come to conclude in my reading of Muhammad that it was not the sword that won over the people — it was the heart.’ When he finished reading about Muhammad, he said he became sad because he wished there was more to read about this great man.”
This episode is an invitation for everyone — Muslim and non-Muslim alike — to get to know the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through authentic sources rather than media distortions. His life stands as a timeless example of mercy, integrity, and devotion to God, and understanding him is the key to understanding the message of Islam itself.
