Discovering Prophet Muhammad and the Moon & Star Symbol

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Discovering Prophet Muhammad and the Moon & Star Symbol

Learning objective

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will know about Prophet Muhammad's life and why the moon and star are symbols of Islam.

Key Vocabulary

Prophet,

Revelation,

Crescent,

Symbol,

Islam,

Mecca,

Medina.

What do you already know about Prophet Muhammad and the moon and star symbol?

Who was Prophet Muhammad?

Prophet Muhammad was born in Mecca. He is the final prophet in Islam who received messages from Allah.

Early Life of Muhammad

Muhammad was an orphan raised by his uncle. He worked as a shepherd and later became a successful merchant.

Revelation of Islam

At age 40, in the Cave of Hira, Muhammad received the first revelation from the angel Gabriel.

The Hijra

In 622 CE, Muhammad and his followers moved from Mecca to Medina. This journey is called the Hijra.

The Moon and Star Symbol

The crescent moon and star are symbols of Islam, representing guidance and light.

Interactive: Draw the Symbol

Draw the crescent moon and star. Use colours you think represent Islam.

Key Question 1

Why did Muhammad move to Medina?

Key Question 2

What do the moon and star mean to Muslims?

Watch a Video

Let's watch a video about Prophet Muhammad and the moon and star symbol.

Conclusion

We learned about Prophet Muhammad and the moon and star symbol. What is one new thing you learned?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.