Lecture Notes on Prophecies of Muhammad (PBUH)

Introduction

• Discussion of prophecies made by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) regarding future events.
• Focus on how these prophecies relate to modern times and historical contexts.

Types of Arabs

• Two categories: City dwellers and Bedouins (veterans).
• Bedouins: Nomadic, historically poor and uneducated.
• Muhammad (PBUH) foretold that Bedouins would compete in building tall structures.

Economic Transformation

• Discovery of oil in the Arabian Peninsula led to rapid wealth.
  • Transition from impoverished herders to wealthiest nations.
• Example: Mecca's construction boom, including the Mecca Clock Tower.

Prophecies of Construction

• Muhammad (PBUH) predicted that mountains would be moved for construction.
  • Technological advancement of the 20th century made this possible.

Sexual Immorality

• Prophecy of sexual immorality becoming normalized.
• Muhammad (PBUH) warned of the consequences, including disease.
  • Example: Rise of AIDS and public sexual acts.

Interest and Economic Systems

• Muhammad (PBUH) predicted the dominance of interest in society.
  • Difficulty avoiding interest in modern life; economic impact felt globally.
• Historical context: Shift from commodity-based finance (gold, silver) to interest-based systems.

Military Predictions

• Muhammad (PBUH) predicted the defeat of superpowers (Byzantine Empire and Persia).
  • Fulfillment of prophecies witnessed by companions.

Literacy and Knowledge

• Prophecy of widespread literacy despite Muhammad (PBUH) being illiterate himself.
  • Significant advancements since the 15th century (printing press, internet).

Environmental Changes

• Prediction of green landscapes in Arabia (meadows and rivers).
  • Transformation of deserts due to irrigation technologies.

Expansion and Decline of Islam

• Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) saw Islam expanding both east and west.
  • Reflected in historical growth of Islamic civilization.
• Prediction of future decline and vulnerability of Muslims despite large numbers.
  • Historical context: Colonization and occupation of Muslim lands.

Growth of Islam

• Despite challenges, Islam remains the fastest growing religion.
  • Prophesied that it would enter every household.

Name and Praise of Muhammad (PBUH)

• Muhammad (PBUH) as the most praised figure in history.
  • His name continues to be popular globally.

Conclusion

• Examination of numerous fulfilled prophecies supports Muhammad's (PBUH) authenticity as a prophet.
• Encouragement to seek guidance from true prophets as falsehood is bound to perish.
• Additional resource: "The Forbidden Prophecies" book available for download.