Understand Muhammad’s role in Islam, the Qur’an and Sunnah, and where to read his life and family story.
The final messenger in Islamic belief
Muslims believe Muhammad ﷺ is the final prophet and messenger of Allah. He called people to worship one God and received the Qur’an. Islam understands his mission as continuing the message of earlier prophets, rather than introducing worship of a new deity.
A human messenger, not divine
The Qur’an describes the messenger as a human being receiving revelation. Muslims love and honour him, but do not treat him as God or direct worship to him. The testimony of faith joins belief in Allah alone with acceptance of Muhammad as His messenger.
The Qur’an, Sunnah and Hadith
The Qur’an is the revelation Muslims believe he received from Allah. Sunnah means his exemplary teaching and practice. Hadith are transmitted reports about his words, actions and approvals; their authenticity and interpretation require study. These terms are related but not interchangeable.
Explore his life with evidence
Our existing biography follows his life, mission, family and major journeys. Read the cited passages and reports alongside the explanation. Historical details can have different levels of certainty, so distinguish established scripture from later biographical accounts.
Common questions
Is Muhammad the founder of Islam?
Historically, his mission shaped the Muslim community in seventh-century Arabia. In Muslim belief he is the final messenger of the same call to one God taught by earlier prophets.
What does ﷺ mean?
It is a written blessing asking for peace and blessings upon the Prophet. It expresses respect, not worship.
Read the sources here
Qur’an buttons open the local text and translation. Hadith and scholarly notes are authored summaries, with the collection or source identified.