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It is the month of Rabee` Al-Awal, one of the special months for Millions of Muslims around the world marking the birth of beloved Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. For many, the month is a chance to show their love for the Prophet and renew their commitment to his message.

Love is the keyword in Muslims relationship to the Prophet. The mention of his name is enough to drive eyes into tears and to make hearts beat with overwhelming ecstasy.  Once his name is mentioned, you will promptly hear the phrase "peace and blessings be upon Him" from listeners as a simple way of greeting and expressing the deep love and attachment to him. It is even expressed in the form of deep remorse and embarrassment when failing to copy his example in everyday life.

It is a kind of love that combines both admiration of the great qualities and aspects of the Prophet’s character and the appreciation to his tireless endeavor to deliver the message of Allah, along with a strong commitment and connection to his mission and legacy.

For the Love of the Prophet is our contribution to this cherished occasion. In addition to presenting some of the great manners of the Prophet that gained him this love, the sections of the Page aims at enhancing and activating this love by moving it from the feelings and emotions realms to the practical ones. A true love is proved through deeds rather than words.

Why Muslims cherish all this love for the Prophet? The answer can be easily found in the details of his daily life. Read about the Prophet’s manners and about his unique way in dealing with everyone and everything. You will find yourself captivated by such a great character.

The Prophet and His Opponents    In the face of this misery, the Angel Jibreel was sent and presented him with an option: the whole town could be destroyed... The Prophet’s Care for Children One can only win a child’s heart through love and a gentle attitude. It is the child’s right to be loved... A Home Based on Love The Prophet's Care for People With Special Needs Merciful to His Servants Exploring the Character of The Prophet

Love is a claim that needs proofs. Genuine love of the Prophet is not achieved by mere celebration ceremonies and words of praise. Learn the true meaning of love of the Prophet and be one of the true lovers.

True Love Is Tested by Action   The best and most effective form of expressing one’s love for the Prophet is the embodiment... Would You Take a Bullet for Him? I remembered what Duane said to Dave at the end of the movie when I saw that many of my non-Muslim colleagues... If the Prophet Visited You Love for Prophet Muhammad (Part One) Love for Prophet Muhammad (Part Two) How to Maintain Love for the Prophet? (Tell Us)

Move beyond mere celebration and seize the Prophet’s birthday opportunity to better connect your kids and family to the Prophet, to introduce his noble manners to your non-Muslim colleagues and even to spread awareness of Muslim causes

Tips to Instill the Prophet’s Love into Our Kids   Why not spend one day of the week on each of these activities, devoting the whole seven days to a different project? Introducing the Prophet to Non-Muslims on His Birthday Seizing the occasion of the Prophet's birthday, what is the best way of introducing him to non-Muslims? Supporting the Palestinians on the Prophet's Birthday How to Celebrate the Prophet's Birthday? (Share)

Is it OK to celebrate the Prophet’s birthday or not? What are things you can do to maintain love to him? Find answers for these questions and more in this fatwa section.

For the Love of the Prophet (Q & A Session) As-salamu `alaykum. Can I eat from the sweet that my dad bought for the occasion of the Prophet birthday? Celebrating the Prophet's Birthday: Islamic? Is it OK in Islam to celebrate Prophet Muhammad's birth? Fasting on the Prophet’s Birthday How to Maintain Love for the Prophet Is Celebrating Muhammad's Birthday Bid`ah?

Here we receive and present your contributions to the page. Send us your poems, thoughts and reflections. Share your heart feelings with us.

Envy (Poem)   I envy the sand that met his feet, I’m jealous of honey he tasted sweet, Of birds that hovered above his head. He Who Touches Our Hearts Guides Our Days (Reflection) As a child I was initiated into the treasury of Prophetic wisdom in the maktab ... A Gentle Nature So Hard to Find (Poem) The Blessing To Mankind (Poem)