Mufti Menk

In Episode 5 of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, Mufti Menk explores the profound silence that preceded revelation — a silence not of absence, but of divine preparation.



As Arabia drifted further from the message of Ibrāhīm (AS), darkness spread across the land. Yet even in that darkness were seekers of truth — men like Zayd ibn ʿAmr and Waraqah ibn Nawfal.



While society moved in one direction, Muhammad ﷺ stood apart. Drawn to solitude, he withdrew to the Cave of Ḥirā’, where his heart was being prepared for revelation.



This episode uncovers the stillness before Prophethood — and the quiet strength of Khadījah (RA), whose support would anchor the beginning of the mission.




00:00–01:22 Opening: Silence as Divine Preparation



01:22–01:50 Intro



01:50–02:35 Arabia in Darkness & Loss of Ibrahim’s Message



02:35–03:15 Seekers of Truth: Zayd ibn ʿAmr & Waraqah ibn Nawfal



03:15–04:10 Muhammad ﷺ: A Heart Apart from His People



04:10–04:25 Love of Solitude & Withdrawal from Makkah



04:25–05:10 Signs in the World: Empires & Fading Falsehood



05:10–06:25 Reflection in the Cave & Readiness for Revelation



06:25–09:10 Khadijah’s Support & Quiet Certainty



09:10–09:41 Closing Reflection & Next Episode Teaser

In Episode 4 of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, Mufti Menk takes us through the powerful early manhood of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — a period where Allah was shaping his noble character long before revelation began.



Known across Makkah as Al-Amīn (The Trustworthy), he stood out for his honesty, dignity, and moral strength. From his involvement in Harb al-Fijār to his integrity in trade, we see how divine preparation was unfolding step by step.



Witness the blessed marriage to Khadījah (RA), the journey of the caravan to Syria, and the historic moment when he resolved the dispute of the Black Stone during the rebuilding of the Ka‘bah — a decision that united the tribes and demonstrated wisdom beyond his years.



Before Prophethood, Makkah trusted him. Soon, the world would follow him ﷺ.



Timestamps:00:00–01:35 Opening: Allah Shaping Character Before Revelation01:35–01:50 Intro01:50–03:20 A Youth of Honesty & the Title Al-Amīn03:20–04:15 Harb al-Fijār: Learning Restraint in Conflict04:15–04:45 Integrity in Trade & Moral Leadership04:45–06:20 Khadījah’s Trust & The Caravan to Syria06:20–08:15 Marriage Built on Faith & Mercy08:15–10:20 Rebuilding the Ka‘bah & The Black Stone Judgment10:20–10:51 Closing Reflection & Next Episode Teaser

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In this powerful episode of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, Mufti Menk takes us through the earliest years of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — a childhood shaped by divine protection, loss, and preparation.



From the blessed marriage that carried the light of Prophethood… to the passing of his father ‘Abdullah before his birth… we witness how Allah was preparing His final Messenger ﷺ from the very beginning.



Experience the beautiful moment of his birth, the miracles that accompanied it, and the naming of Muhammad ﷺ — a name that would echo through history.



Follow his early years with Ḥalīmah al-Sa‘diyyah in the desert of Banū Sa‘d, where barakah flowed and even the opening of his blessed chest took place. Then journey through the trials of loss — the passing of his mother Āminah, the care of Umm Ayman, the love of his grandfather ‘Abd al-Muṭṭalib, and the protection of his uncle Abu Ṭālib.



Through every stage, Allah was nurturing the Orphan of Makkah ﷺ — preparing him for a mission that would transform humanity.



01:30–02:05 Intro02:05–02:35 The Chosen Marriage & Transfer of the Light02:35–02:51 The Journey of Abdullah & His Passing02:51–03:25 Aminah’s Dream & Glad Tidings03:25–03:40 The Birth of the Prophet ﷺ03:40–04:15 Miracles at the Time of Birth04:15–04:38 Naming of Muhammad ﷺ04:38–05:20 Halimah al-Sa‘diyyah Takes the Orphan05:20–06:10 Barakah in the Desert of Banū Sa‘d06:10–07:15 Opening of the Chest07:15–07:25 Return to His Mother07:25–07:45 Journey to Yathrib & Death of Āminah07:45–08:00 Care of Umm Ayman08:00–08:25 Under the Care of ‘Abd al-Muṭṭalib08:25–08:35 Loss of His Grandfather08:35–09:50 Guardianship of Abu Ṭalib & Journey to Syria09:50–10:10 Outro

In this episode of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, Mufti Menk takes us through the remarkable story of how Allah prepared the path for the coming of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — long before his birth.



From the truthful dream of ‘Abdul Muttalib to the miraculous rediscovery of the blessed well of Zamzam, we witness divine guidance, tests of faith, and the unfolding of Allah’s perfect plan.



Watch how disputes were settled, miracles unfolded in the desert, and how a vow led to one of the most profound moments in the lineage of the Prophet ﷺ — the story of ‘Abdullah and the sacrifice that was replaced with 100 camels.



00:00 Opening: Allah Preparing the Path01:31 Intro01:45 The Dream: “Dig Zamzam”03:35 Digging Begins04:00 Zamzam Discovered04:17 Quraysh Dispute & Judgment04:36 Caravan & Miracle Water in the Desert06:34 Golden Gazelles & Offerings07:17 Abdul Muttalib’s Vow07:40 Abdullah & The 100 Camels10:25 The Promise of Allah is True12:02 Outro