There have been many influential figures throughout history who have left an indelible mark on the world. From political leaders to social reformers, artists to scientists, the world has been shaped by their ideas and actions.
However, among all of these great personalities, none have had as profound an impact on humanity as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The personality of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is such a blessed example that it exists for every human being in the universe. Allah says in Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 21 of the Holy Quran, “Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have a good example to follow.” His immaculate character is a perfect model that provides guidance for every aspect of human life, from cradle to grave. Following this perfect model brings balance to one’s life and leads to the establishment of peaceful and happy societies.
Even Western scholars have praised the character of this blessed model. Sir Bernard Shaw wrote in “The Genuine Islam” in 1936, “I believe that if a man like him were to assume the dictatorship of the modern world, he would succeed in solving its problems in a way that would bring it the much-needed peace and happiness.”
Michael Hart, in his book “The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History,” ranks Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as the most influential person in history.
He wrote, “My choice of Muhammad (PBUH) to lead the list of the world’s most influential persons may surprise some readers and may be questioned by others, but he was the only man in history who was supremely successful on both religious and secular levels”
Rev. R. Bosworth-Smith called him “a threefold founder of a nation, of an empire, and of a religion.”
Major A. Leonard wrote, “If ever any man on this earth has found God; if ever any man has devoted his life for the sake of God with a pure and holy zeal, then, without doubt, and most certainly, that man was the Holy Prophet of Arabia.”
Even Mahatma Gandhi, a leader in India, spoke highly of him in “Young India” in 1924, he said, “I became more than ever convinced that it was not the sword that won a place for Islam in those days in the scheme of life.” It was the rigid simplicity, the utter self-effacement of the Prophet, the scrupulous regard for pledges, his intense devotion to his friends and followers, his intrepidity, his fearlessness, and his absolute trust in God and his mission.“
Indian Professor of Philosophy, K.S. Ramakrishna Rao, wrote in his booklet, “Muhammad, The Prophet of Islam,” that “The personality of Muhammad (peace be upon him) is most difficult to get into the whole truth of it.” Only a glimpse of it can I catch. What a dramatic succession of picturesque scenes! There is Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Prophet. There is Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Warrior, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Businessman, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Statesman, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Orator, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Reformer, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Protector of Slaves, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Emancipator of Women, Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Judge, Muhammad (peace be upon him) the saint, and “all in all these magnificent roles, in all these departments of human activities, he is like a hero.”
Although it is a fact that throughout the history of humanity, only the beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has achieved extraordinary success in both religious and worldly aspects, it is undeniable that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is a role model for humanity.
The personality of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is so pure that he is the only human in the history of mankind who has achieved this level of honour and respect.
To the extent that even the history of the prophets before him could not be preserved, but the life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has been meticulously recorded and preserved, regarding the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Flip K. Hathi wrote, “Muhammad was born within the full light of history.”
Despite this, there is currently a large international conspiracy against Islam, the Prophet of Islam, and the Muslim ummah, with the goal of tarnishing the image of Islam and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The enemies of Islam have realised that as long as the love of the Prophet (peace be upon him) remains within the hearts of the believers, it is impossible to divert the ummah from the path of the Prophet. There is a famous verse by Dr Sir Muhammad Iqbal:
Wo Faaaqah Kash Ki Maut Se Darta Nahi Zara
Rooh-e-Muhammad Is Ke Badan Se Nikaal Do
The truth is that our greatest asset is the love of the Prophet (peace be upon him), and if there is no knowledge or evidence behind this love, then those who seek to mislead will use false propaganda and other means of communication to turn the ummah away from the love of the Prophet (peace be upon him). Today’s biggest conspiracy is to break the ummah from the Prophet and present such a distorted image of Islamic laws and the details of Muhammad’s Sharia that people become hateful of it and stay away from it. And those who now presents the picture of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in front of Muslims, present it in such a way that it seems that our Prophet (peace be upon him) has never lifted a sword in his hand, but by studying the seerah, we are able to see how many battles the Prophet (peace be upon him) fought against infidels, hypocrites and polytheists. And also in Jung-e-Uhud, he even gave his blessed teeth in the way of Allah.
In fact, Muslims should understand these conspiracies. And remember, those who are trying to spoil the image of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and those who are spreading propaganda against Muslims are only destined to fail. Remember, truth always prevails. We do not need to lose courage and be discouraged. InshaAllah, the time will come soon as the Quran has promised us. (Truth has come, and falsehood has vanished. Indeed, falsehood is bound to perish.) But for that, we will also have to make efforts and create passion among Muslims so that they love Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) wholeheartedly. And we will In Sha Allah succeed in our mission.

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Zubair Ahmad Sheikh