Miraj & Isra | Muhammad Story Ep 14 || Prophet stories for kids : iqra cartoon Islamic cartoon

Summary

This video explores the profound journey of Prophet Muhammad (s) known as Israa and Mi'raaj, which occurred during a difficult period in his life. After facing tremendous hardship and loss, including the deaths of his uncle and wife, Prophet Muhammad (s) experienced this miraculous night journey. The video details how he was transported from the Ka'bah to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem by a heavenly creature called Buraq, and then ascended through the seven heavens, meeting various prophets and receiving divine revelations, including the command for Muslims to pray five times daily.

Takeaways

• 😔 By the 10th year of Muhammad's prophethood, his life became extremely difficult due to persecution, the loss of his uncle Abu Talib, and his wife Khadija (pbuh).
• 🙏 During this difficult time, the great miracle of Israa and Mi'raaj occurred, which involved two miraculous journeys.
• 🕌 The Israa was a journey from the Ka'bah in Makkah to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, also known as Solomon's Temple during that period.
• 🌌 The Mi'raaj was the journey from Al-Aqsa Mosque to the heavens, where Prophet Muhammad (s) met several prophets.
• 🐎 The Prophet Muhammad (s) rode on a miraculous white horse called Buraq during these journeys.
• 🥛 At Al-Aqsa Mosque, the Prophet Muhammad (s) chose milk over wine, symbolizing his pure choice, and this decision pleased Angel Jibrael (pbuh).
• 👼 During the journey through the heavens, Prophet Muhammad (s) met various prophets, including Adam, Isa (Jesus), Musa (Moses), and Ibrahim (Abraham) (pbut).
• 🌳 In the highest heaven, the Prophet saw Sidrat Al-Muntaha, a magnificent tree in paradise, and witnessed Angel Jibrael (pbuh) in his true form.
• 📜 Allah (swt) gave three important messages to Prophet Muhammad (s): the command for daily prayers, the last two verses of Surah Baqara, and the promise of forgiveness for all sins except associating partners with Allah.
• 🙏 After multiple requests, the daily prayers were reduced from fifty to five, with the reward being equivalent to fifty prayers.

Q & A

What events led to the Prophet Muhammad's (s) life becoming very difficult in the tenth year of his prophethood?

The non-believers' cruel torture and boycott weakened the Muslims. Additionally, the death of his uncle Abu Talib and his wife Khadija (pbuh) caused him to lose his two biggest supporters, and his visit to the city of Tai'f ended in failure.

What was the significance of the journey of Israa and Mi’raj?

The Israa and Mi’raj were miraculous events that provided the Prophet Muhammad (s) with spiritual strength during a time of great hardship. These journeys were meant to reaffirm his mission and bring him closer to Allah (swt).

Who accompanied Prophet Muhammad (s) during the journey of Israa and what was the means of transportation?

Prophet Muhammad (s) was accompanied by the angel Jibrail (pbuh) and traveled on a beautiful heavenly creature called 'Buraq', a baby white horse.

What was the first part of the journey, the Israa, and where did it take place?

The Israa was the journey from the Ka'bah in Makkah to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, Palestine.

What happened when Prophet Muhammad (s) and Jibrail (pbuh) reached the first sky during the Mi’raj?

Upon reaching the first sky, Jibrail (pbuh) requested the door angels to open the sky door, and they encountered Prophet Adam (pbuh). Prophet Muhammad (s) saw all good people's souls on one side of Prophet Adam and all the bad people's souls on the other side, which made him happy and sad, respectively.

How did Prophet Muhammad (s) and Jibrail (pbuh) interact with other prophets in the skies?

In each sky, Prophet Muhammad (s) met various prophets, greeted them, and exchanged salams. For example, he met Prophet Isa (Jesus) and Prophet Yahya (John) in the second sky, and Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) in the third sky.

What did Prophet Muhammad (s) witness at the highest point of creation, Sidrat Al-Muntaha?

At Sidrat Al-Muntaha, Prophet Muhammad (s) saw Angel Jibrail (pbuh) in his true form with 600 wings. He also encountered a tree with extremely large fruits and leaves covered by golden butterflies, which was beyond description.

What message did Allah (swt) give to Prophet Muhammad (s) during the Mi’raj?

Allah (swt) gave three messages to Prophet Muhammad (s): the daily prayer for Muslims, the last two verses of Surah Baqara, and the promise that Allah (swt) would forgive every sin of Muslims except for those who associate partners with Him.

How did the number of daily prayers change during the Mi’raj?

Initially, the daily prayers were fifty times a day. However, upon the advice of Prophet Musa (pbuh), Prophet Muhammad (s) requested Allah (swt) to reduce the number of prayers multiple times, eventually reducing it to five daily prayers.

What was the final outcome of the Mi’raj journey in terms of the daily prayers?

The final outcome was that Allah (swt) set the daily prayers at five times a day, with the promise that the reward for these five prayers would be equivalent to fifty prayers a day.

Outlines

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💫 The Night Journey of Israa and Mi'raaj: A Miracle in Difficult Times

During the tenth year of Prophet Muhammad's (s) prophethood, he faced immense difficulties, including the loss of his key supporters, his uncle Abu Talib and his wife Khadija (pbuh), and the failure of his mission in Tai'f. Despite these hardships, a miraculous event known as Israa and Mi'raaj occurred. This event involved a night journey where the Prophet (s) traveled from the Ka'bah to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on a heavenly creature called Buraq, followed by an ascent to the heavens. The Qur'an references this journey in Surah Isra verse 1. This narrative has various versions in Islamic traditions, but the story shared here is based on Tafsir Ibn Kathir, with the acknowledgment that Allah (swt) knows best.

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🌌 The Prophet's Journey Through the Heavens

The Prophet Muhammad (s), guided by Angel Jibrael (pbuh), began his ascent through the seven skies. At each level, he met different prophets: Adam (pbuh) on the first sky, Isa (Jesus) and Yahya (John the Baptist) (pbut) on the second, Yusuf (Joseph) (pbuh) on the third, Idris (pbuh) on the fourth, Haroon (Aaron) (pbuh) on the fifth, Musa (Moses) (pbuh) on the sixth, and Ibrahim (Abraham) (pbuh) on the seventh. Musa (pbuh) expressed sorrow that his followers would be fewer in number entering heaven compared to Muhammad's (s). At the seventh sky, the Prophet (s) also encountered the Bait Al-Ma’mur mosque, resembling the Ka'bah, and Sidrat Al-Muntaha, the majestic tree marking the boundary of creation. There, he saw Angel Jibrael (pbuh) in his true form, with 600 wings, and received revelations from Allah (swt).

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🙏 The Revelation of Daily Prayers and the Prophet's Return

During his conversation with Allah (swt), Prophet Muhammad (s) was granted three significant gifts: the daily prayers, the last two verses of Surah Baqarah, and the assurance that Allah (swt) would forgive all sins except for associating partners with Him. Initially, the daily prayers were prescribed as fifty times a day, but upon Musa's (pbuh) advice, the Prophet (s) repeatedly requested Allah (swt) to reduce the number, which was finally set at five daily prayers. This number, though small, holds the reward of fifty prayers. During the journey, the Prophet (s) also saw visions of heaven and hell, and other significant sights such as the Kawthar river and the angel Malik, the guardian of hell. The journey concluded with the Prophet (s) leading a prayer at Al-Aqsa Mosque, affirming his role as the leader of all prophets, before returning to Makkah before sunrise.

Keywords

💡Mi'raaj & Israa

The Mi'raaj and Israa refer to the two parts of Prophet Muhammad's miraculous night journey. The Israa is the journey from Makkah to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, while the Mi'raaj is the ascension from Al-Aqsa to the heavens. This event is significant in Islamic tradition as it marks the Prophet's spiritual ascent and his direct communication with Allah (swt), underscoring the spiritual and divine aspects of his mission.

💡Buraq

Buraq is described as a heavenly, white, winged horse-like creature that transported Prophet Muhammad during the night journey of Israa and Mi'raaj. The Buraq's ability to cover vast distances in a single step symbolizes the miraculous nature of the journey, reinforcing the divine support behind the Prophet's mission. Its appearance at the start of the journey highlights the extraordinary nature of the events that followed.

💡Ka'bah

The Ka'bah is the sacred cubic structure located in Makkah, considered the holiest site in Islam. The script mentions the Ka'bah as the starting point of the Prophet's night journey, signifying its central importance in Islamic worship and as a symbol of unity among Muslims who face it during their prayers. The Ka'bah's role in the script underscores the spiritual significance of the journey that began from this holy site.

💡Al-Aqsa Mosque

Al-Aqsa Mosque, located in Jerusalem, is one of Islam's holiest sites. The Prophet Muhammad visited this mosque during the Israa, where he led all the previous prophets in prayer, signifying his leadership among them. The mention of Al-Aqsa connects the event to Jerusalem's spiritual significance in Islam and highlights the mosque's role as a key location in the night journey.

💡Sidrat Al-Muntaha

Sidrat Al-Muntaha is described as the utmost boundary in the heavens beyond which no creation can pass. It is a massive tree in Paradise encountered by Prophet Muhammad during the Mi'raaj. This site marks the limit of Angel Jibrael's (pbuh) journey with the Prophet, emphasizing the uniqueness of the Prophet's encounter with Allah (swt). The tree symbolizes the ultimate point of divine connection in the narrative.

💡Jibrael (Gabriel)

Angel Jibrael (Gabriel) is a central figure in Islamic tradition, serving as the messenger of Allah (swt). In the script, he accompanies Prophet Muhammad on the night journey, guiding him through the heavens and communicating Allah's messages. Jibrael's role is crucial as he facilitates the Prophet's spiritual experiences and provides advice, such as encouraging the Prophet to request a reduction in daily prayers for his followers.

💡Daily prayer (Salah)

Daily prayer, or Salah, is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, a mandatory act of worship performed by Muslims five times a day. During the Mi'raaj, Prophet Muhammad was initially instructed by Allah (swt) to establish fifty prayers daily, which was later reduced to five after the Prophet's intercessions. The narrative illustrates the importance of Salah in Islam and the mercy of Allah (swt) in easing the burden on believers while still offering the reward of fifty prayers.

💡Musa (Moses)

Prophet Musa (Moses) plays a key role during the Mi'raaj as he advises Prophet Muhammad to request a reduction in the number of daily prayers from Allah (swt). Musa's concern reflects his experience with his own followers and highlights the compassionate nature of the prophetic mission. His interaction with Muhammad underscores the continuity of prophetic guidance across different eras.

💡Heaven and Hell

Heaven and Hell are pivotal concepts in Islamic eschatology, representing the final destinations for souls based on their earthly deeds. During the Mi'raaj, Prophet Muhammad is shown glimpses of both Heaven and Hell by Angel Jibrael, reinforcing the moral and ethical dimensions of the Islamic faith. These visions serve as a reminder of the consequences of one's actions and the ultimate justice of Allah (swt).

💡Kawthar

Kawthar refers to a river in Paradise gifted to Prophet Muhammad by Allah (swt) as a consolation after the death of his son Abdullah. The river symbolizes divine reward and comfort, and its mention in the narrative highlights Allah's mercy and generosity. The script uses Kawthar to illustrate the Prophet's special status and the unique blessings bestowed upon him during the Mi'raaj.

Highlights

By the tenth year of Muhammad's prophethood, his life became very difficult due to the non-believers' cruel torture and boycott, leading to great hardship for the Muslims.

The death of Muhammad's uncle Abu Talib and wife Khadija left him without his two biggest supporters, further deepening his struggles.

The failure of Muhammad's mission in the city of Ta'if added to the challenges, with only around 70 Muslims remaining by that time.

In this moment of despair, the great miracle of Israa and Mi’raj occurred, which provided immense spiritual support to Muhammad.

The Israa refers to Muhammad's night journey from the Ka'bah in Makkah to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, riding the heavenly creature called Buraq.

The Mi’raj describes Muhammad's journey from Al-Aqsa Mosque to the heavens, where he met various prophets and ascended to the highest point in creation.

At the first sky, Muhammad met Prophet Adam, who showed him the souls of good and bad people, evoking happiness and sadness in Muhammad.

During his ascent, Muhammad met other prophets including Isa (Jesus), Yahya (John the Baptist), Yusuf (Joseph), Idris, Haroon (Aaron), and Musa (Moses).

At the seventh sky, Muhammad met Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) near the Bait Al-Ma'mur Mosque, which is said to resemble the Ka'bah and is visited by 70,000 angels daily.

At Sidrat Al-Muntaha, the boundary beyond which none can pass, Muhammad saw the magnificent tree covered in golden butterflies and the angel Jibrael in his true form with 600 wings.

Allah (SWT) communicated directly with Muhammad, giving him three gifts: daily prayer, the last two verses of Surah Baqarah, and the promise of forgiveness for all sins except shirk (associating partners with Allah).

Initially, the daily prayer was set at fifty times, but after consulting with Prophet Musa, Muhammad returned to Allah several times to request a reduction, eventually bringing it down to five times a day.

During the Mi'raj, Muhammad was shown both heaven and hell, witnessing the rewards for the righteous and the punishments for the wicked.

Muhammad was also shown the Kawthar river, a beautiful stream in paradise, which was a gift from Allah after the death of Muhammad's youngest son, Abdullah.

The journey concluded with Muhammad leading all the prophets in prayer at Al-Aqsa Mosque, affirming his leadership among them, before returning to Makkah by sunrise.

Transcripts

Mi'raaj & Israa: As

you know by tenth year of Muhammad (s)'s prophet hood, his life became very difficult.

Because of the non believers' cruel torture and boycott, the Muslims became very weak.

And later, because both his uncle Abu Talib and wife Khadija (pbuh)'s died, Muhammad (s)

had lost his two of biggest supporters.

Then right after that there was also the failure when he went to the city of Tai'f.

According to some historians, by that time there were only around 70 Muslims all together.

And because of that, it seemed like the prophet’s great mission was failing, which was to bring

the people to the one and only God, Allah (swt).

Things were getting extremely difficult, and then a great miracle happened, the Israa and

Mi’raj . Those were the two miracle nights of a Journey with a beautiful heavenly baby

white horse, called 'Buraq'.

Israa was known as the Journey between the Ka'bah and Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, Palestine.

During that old time the Al-Aqsa mosque was known as the Solomon's Temple.

And the Mi'raj was known as the Journey between Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Heaven.

Allah (swt) mentioned about that night in Surah Isra verse 1, or another name of that

surah is Surah is Bani Israel.

The details of this story is very big.

That's why we found several different versions of the stories from different Sahabas in the

great Tafsir Ibn Kasir.

After a really long time of studying and researching this story, InshaAllah, we will try to tell

you the most logical version of the story from Ibn Kasir, but as always, Allah (swt)

know the best.

Between the 10th and the 13th year of Muhammad (s)'s prophethood, one night in Makkah, after

praying his Isha prayer the prophet was taking a rest next to the Kabah.

At that time Angel Jibrail (pbuh) came with a small white horse, and it was called Al

Buraq.

The angel requested Muhammad (s) to ride the Buraq.

Instantly the Buraq started to fly!!

One step of the magical creature covered a great long distance.

And because of that, within a very short time they reached the holy place, which was the

Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Then prophet Muhammad (s) went inside the mosque and prayed 2 Rakat as way to respect

the Mosque . That prayer that he prayed is called Tahiyyat al-masjid prayer.

Then Jibrail (pbuh) offered a glass of milk and a glass of wine to Muhammad (s) as a guest.

The prophet rejected the glass of wine and instead accepted the milk.

Jibrael (pbuh) became very happy and said that was a very good decision to accept milk

and reject the wine.

Animal: So, his journey was over after visited Al Aqsa Mosque?

Even though the prophet was on a journey from Makkah to the Masjid-Al Aqsa, there was still

another journey that was waiting for Muhammad (s).

Then after they were well rested, Angel Jibriel and the prophet started their journey to the

sky.

When they reached the first sky, Jibrael (pbuh) requested the door Angels to open the sky

door.

After enter through the 1st door, Muhammad (s) saw our father of all mankind, Prophet

Adam (pbuh).

They were both very happy and gave Salam to each other.

Muhammad (s) saw that all of the good people's souls were on Prophet Adam's one side and

all the bad people's souls were on his other side.

Muhammad (s) was very happy to see all of the good people's souls but when he saw all

the bad people's souls, he became very sad and started to cry.

Muhammad (s) and Jibrael (pbut) continued on with their journey to the second sky.

Jibrael (pbuh) again requested the door angels to open the gate.

After entering the second sky Muhammad (s) saw two prophets, Isa, or in English, Jesus

and Yahya (pbut).

They all gave salam to each other when they all met.

Then Muhammad (s) and Jibrael (pbut) moved their journey up to the 3rd sky.

After the 3rd sky gate opened Muhammad (s) met with the most beautiful and handsome prophet

in the world which was Yusuf (pbuh).

At the 4th sky Prophet Muhammad (s) met prophet Idris (pbuh).

Then at the 5th sky the prophet met Haroon (pbuh).

Great prophet Musa (pbuh) was on the 6th sky.

When he saw prophet Muhammad (s), he started to cry and said his followers were less who

enter the heaven.

But young prophet Muhammad (s)'s more followers will go to the heaven.

When Muhammad (s) reached the 7th sky, he saw prophet Ibrahim (pbuh) was resting next

to Bait Al-Ma'mur Mosque, which is located directly on top of the Kaaba.

Everyday only 70 thousand angels are allowed to pray in this Mosque and they get a chance

only once a lifetime.

Animal: How does the Bait Al-Ma’mur mosque look like?

According to some scholars Bait Al-Ma'mur is looks like the Kabah.

But Allah (swt) knows the best.

After meeting prophet Ibrahim (pbuh), they both went to the highest point of limit in

all of creation, Sidrat Al-Muntaha, the biggest tree in Paradise and also in the entire creation

of the world.

The size of It's fruits and leaves were extremely big.

It was covered by golden butterflies.

It was so beautiful that no one can ever explain it.

Over there Muhammad (s) saw Jibrael (pbuh) in his real form and shape.

He was very big and and the prophet saw that Angel Jibrael has 600 wings.

At that point Allah (swt) talk to Muhammad (s).

According to some scholars, Angel Jibrael (pbuh) stopped there and Muhammad (s) went

beyond the tree to talk to Allah (swt).

But Allah (swt) knows the best.

Animal: Did Muhammad (s) see Allah (swt) with his own eyes?

No, Muhammad (s) did not see Allah (swt).

No human eye cannot ever see Allah (swt).

Allah (swt) talked with him like Musa (pbuh) and gave a special message to the Muslims.

Allah and Muhammad (s) were there talking about the daily prayer.

From Sahih Muslim Hadith we know, At that point, Allah (swt) gave 3 things to Muhammad

(swt).

1.

Daily prayer for Muslims.

2.

The Last two verses of the Surah Baqara. 3.

The Merciful Allah (swt) would forgive every sin of Muslims, but if some ones makes any

partner with Allah (swt), he will not forgive their sins.

At first the daily prayer was fifty times a day.

After receiving Allah (swt)'s message, Muhammad and Jibrael (pbut) started their journey to

come back to the earth.

On their way Musa (pbuh) stopped them and wanted to know what the special message was.

When Musa (pbuh) knew about the fifty times daily prayer, he advised Muhammad (s) to go

back to Allah (swt) and request to have less of daily prayers.

Muhammad (s) did not know what to do.

Then he turned to Jibrael (pbuh) for his advice.

Jibrael (pbuh) told Muhammad (s) that he can go back and request for less prayer.

So then they went back to the Sidrat Al-Muntaha and requested Allah (swt) for less number

of prayers.

Allah (swt) accepted his request and lowered it to 10 times of daily prayers and then started

their journey to Makkah.

Again Musa (pbuh) stopped them and advised him to ask to make it less daily prayers.

Muhammad (s) again went back and requested Allah (swt) for less prayer.

This time as a gift to Muslims, Allah (swt) gave only five times of daily prayer.

Again on the way Musa (pbuh) stopped them and advised for less.

He told Allah (swt) asked to do less for his people but still his people did not do their

duties.

At that point Muhammad (s) did not feel comfortable to go back again and ask for less daily prayers.

Suddenly Allah (swt) voice told it was a easy order to follow for us( in his head).

Allah (swt) also said that if we pray our 5 times prayer a day, Allah (swt) will give

us the same reward as praying 50 times a day.

And his order is final.

Animal: So, did he see any other things during the Journey?

During the journey of the Mi’raj, Jibrael (pbuh) showed hell and heaven to Muhammad

(s).

Scholars had different opinion about that but Allah (swt) knows the best.

Jibrael (pbuh) showed the most beautiful Kawusar river and stream, which Allah (swt) gave Muhammad

(s) as a gift after his youngest son Abdullah died.

On his journey he also saw the angel named Malik without smile, that was the angel who

was the guard for hell.

In different Hadith we know Allah (swt) showed some examples for bad people's punishment.

Muhammad (s) return to Al-Aqsa Mosque before the morning prayer, Fajar time.

All the prophet were coming and got together for morning prayer.

Fajr prayer was the first mandatory prayer that Allah (swt) gave to Muhammad (s) little

early.

Angel Jibrael (pbuh) asked Muhammad (s) to lead the prayer, and because of that it was

(proof) indication that prophet Muhammad (s) was the leader of all the prophets.

Then after the prayer Jibrael (pbuh) and Muhammad (s) started their Journey to Makkah.

On their way Muhammad (swt) saw a group of people who were coming to the Makkah.

They return back to Makkah before sunrise.

This is the end of Muhammad (s) miracle journey of the Israa and the Mi’raj.

Inshallah in next episode we will know what happened after that.