Episodes
The Life of Muhammad
The Life of Muhammad is a three-part series charting the life of Prophet Muhammad and the birth of Islam. Narrated by Rageh Omaar, it follows the journey of the Islam’s founder from his birth in Mecca to his final days in Medina.
The documentary begins by depicting the Arabia of Muhammad’s time, a world of tribal loyalties and polytheistic religion. It covers significant events in Muhammad’s early life, including his first marriage to Khadijah and the initial revelations he received, which profoundly impacted his life and those around him.
As the series progresses, it details Muhammad’s life-threatening departure from Mecca, the establishment of the Constitution of Medina, and the eight-year war with the Meccan tribes. The program also discusses the Night Journey to Jerusalem, a pivotal moment in Islamic tradition.
The final episode focuses on the later part of Muhammad’s life, analyzing key events such as the introduction of Sharia, the concept of jihad, and Muhammad’s use of marriage to build alliances. It concludes with an exploration of the key messages in his final sermon.
Throughout the series, Omaar draws on the expertise of leading academics and commentators on Islam to provide context and analysis. In accordance with Islamic tradition, the documentary does not depict any images of Muhammad’s face or feature dramatic reconstructions of his life.
The documentary provides insight into Muhammad’s role as a spiritual leader, military commander, and statesman. It highlights his influence on the development of Islam and his lasting impact on world history, offering a nuanced portrayal of a figure central to one of the world’s major religions.