the Prophet

noun

used as another name for Muhammad, the founder of Islam

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Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad ascended to Heaven from the Dome of the Rock. Gabe Joselow, NBC news, 26 June 2026 But in Rathore’s hometown some members of the Hindu community also commemorate the martyrdom of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Imam Hussein. ABC News, 25 June 2026 The Battle of Karbala — where a grandson of the Prophet Mohammad died defying tyranny — feels painfully present for residents of Nabatieh as Israel continues to occupy southern Lebanon. Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026 Eid al-Adha is one of the holiest days in Islam and commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before God provided an animal to sacrifice instead. Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Prophet

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