How was the Sunnah preserved?

An extremely important way the Companions used to preserve the Sunnah was their efforts to bring the Sunnah into their practice and shape their life according to it. They truly understood that the emphasis Islam places on knowledge goes beyond the mere theoretical understanding and intellectual exercise.

What were Prophet Muhammad’s teachings?

Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad has been chosen by Allah to give a universal message to all humanity. The message is that Allah is one and he is the God of all. God is to be worshipped by all. God is the final judge.

What were the main principles and teachings of Prophet Muhammad?

Muhammad’s earliest teachings were marked by his insistence on the oneness of God (Quran 112:1), the denunciation of polytheism (Quran 6:19), belief in the Last judgment and its recompense (Quran 84:1–15), and social and economic justice (Quran 89:17–20).

What is preservation in Islam?

The Islamic law mandated Muslims to preserve the “Mind” allowing mankind to achieve joy, bliss, and benefit of resources; this may exist through advancing in science and knowledge with appropriate ethics to keep mankind away from corruption.

Why is Prophet Muhammad a role model?

The Prophet is the best role model for human kind and he represented the best human values in his nature. Discovering the different aspects of his life is indeed discovering the real value of human kind. This will also enlighten us as to why God chose humankind to be his vicegerent on earth.

Who is responsible for preservation of Holy Quran?

The Quran was collected under the auspices of committee of four senior ranking Companions headed by Zayd ibn Thabit. This compilation was kept by the Caliph Abu Bakr, after his death by his successor, Caliph Umar, who on his deathbed gave them to Hafsa bint Umar, his daughter and one of Muhammad’s widows.

Where is the original Quran preserved?

It is kept in the Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey. Origninally attributed to Uthman Ibn Affan (d. 656), but because of its illumination, it is now thought the manuscript could not date from the period (mid 7th century) when the copies of the Caliph Uthman were written.