Sayings of The Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), “You do not do evil to those who do evil to you, but you deal with them with forgiveness and kindness.” Being Muslim and lover of The greatest man ever Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), we strongly protest against the “Draw Muhammad Day”, in the name of so called “Freedom of Expression”. At the same time we  invite all those non-Muslim brothers and sisters to ask any questions they have in mind about Islam or Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). We will be more than happy to answer any question about Islam or Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). You can submit your questions at http://www.giftsofislam.com/draw-muhammad-day.

I have already written the views of “Michael H. Hart“, about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), in his book “The 100“. Let me share the comments of some other great people in history including the leader of Indian Independence movement Mr. Mahatma Gandhi .

Mahatma Gandhi said about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

“I became more than 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, his absolute trust in God and in his own mission“.

Here is what Michael H. Hart said about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

“My choice of Muhammad to lead the list of world’s most influential persons may surprise some readers and may be questioned by others, but he was the only man in the history who was supremely successful on both the religious and secular levels. It is this unparalleled combination of secular and religious influence which I feel entitles Muhammad to be considered the most influential single figure in the history“

Lahore, Pakistan: Churches across the city are holding special services – lighting candles and other activities – to mark Easter on Sunday (today).
Christians celebrate Easter by performing several rituals keeping in view the basic concept of the holiday – the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the church’s birth. Easter is considered the most important religious feast in the Christian liturgical year. Special dishes are also cooked to commemorate the day.
Victory: Lahore Bishop Dr Alexander John Malik said Easter was the ‘feast of victory’ over sin and death. He said it was also feast of love, tolerance and peace. He said Jesus, through resurrection, emerged triumphant over the demonic forces of evil and death. He said Easter provided hope to everyone struggling against the forces of evil and injustice, adding that the struggle would be fruitful even through death. He strongly urged Christians to join hands with everyone of kindred intentions, struggling for dignity, liberty and equality of human beings. He prayed for peace, progress, prosperity and solidarity of the country.
Lahore Archdiocese Vicar General Father Andrew Nasari said special prayers would be held for peace across the country, adding that the Sacred Heart Cathedral Church would hold a midnight service at 11pm on Saturday. He said an Easter Service would be held during the day from 8am to 2pm, adding that Easter celebrations began a week ago on Palm Sunday – the day Jesus entered Jerusalem for the last time. He said the Roman government had been worried as the Romans had started to perceive Jesus as a king. Jesus had informed them that his preaching was about the heavenly kingdom that had nothing to do with this world. Nasari said Palm Sunday was followed by Holy Thursday – Jesus’ last supper with his disciples before getting arrested. He said at the supper, Jesus established priesthood and gave the sacrament of Eucharist. He said: “Jesus also washed the feet of his disciples and set the example of humility and service.” He said Jesus was crucified after getting arrested on Friday, adding that Easter is the Sunday he was raised from the dead.
Sumaira Naz, a Christian student, said she would go to the Church to attend the midnight service, adding that every Christian lit their candle from the Father’s candle. She said this was a symbolic representation of ‘Jesus shows the light to all’. Peace activist Nadeem Anthony said the day marked the message of peace and harmony, adding that special prayers for peace were made on the day.

Source Daily Times – By Ali Usman

Madina

Muslims are celebrating the birth of the Greatest Man in the whole universal. One and Only Prophet Muhammad (salla Allahu ‘alayhi wa sallam PBUH). The Prophet of not only Muslims but the whole universe. As the Lord of the worlds called him the Mercy for all the worlds. His message is the message of Peace for the each and every living being. He is  surely the Greatest person ever.

Although a lot has been written about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)’s (would

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never be enough), I would like to mention a book titled “The 100,” or the Top One hundred, or the Greatest Hundred in History by Michael H. Hart, described as a historian, mathematician and astronomer. He has searched history, seeking for men who had the greatest influence on mankind. He does not give us a mere chart of the topmost “one hundred” from the point of view of their influence on people, but he evaluates the degree of their influence and rates them in order of their excellence from No. 1, through to No. 100.  He gives us his reasons for the placing of his candidates.  We are not asked to agree with him, but we cannot help admire the man’s research and honesty.   The most amazing thing about his selection is that he has put our Nabee-e-Kareem, the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as No. 1.
Let us hear his arguments –

MUHAMMAD, HOWEVER, WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR BOTH THE THEOLOGY OF ISLAM AND ITS MAIN ETHICAL AND MORAL PRINCIPLES. IN ADDITION, HE PLAYED THE KEY ROLE IN PROSELYTIZING THE NEW FAITH, AND IN ESTABLISHING THE RELIGIOUS PRACTICES OF ISLAM.

Michael H. Hart in his book -”THE 100″-pages 38/39

Following is a Naat (Song in Prophet’s Praise) by Sami Yusuf.

Mohammad (PBUH) The Teacher (Al-Muallim)

We once had a Teacher
The Teacher of teachers,
He changed the world for the better
And made us better creatures,
Oh Allah we’ve shamed ourselves
We’ve strayed from Al-Mu’allim,
Surely we’ve wronged ourselves
What will we say in front him?
Oh Mu’allim…

Chorus
He was Muhammad salla Allahu ‘alayhi wa sallam,
Muhammad, mercy upon Mankind,
He was Muhammad salla Allahu ‘alayhi wa sallam,
Muhammad, mercy upon Mankind,
Teacher of all Mankind.
Abal Qasim [one of the names of the Prophet]
Ya Habibi ya Muhammad
(My beloved O Muhammad)
Ya Shafi’i ya Muhammad
(My intercessor O Muhammad)
Khayru khalqillahi Muhammad
(The best of Allah’s creation is Muhammad)
Ya Mustafa ya Imamal Mursalina
(O Chosen One, O Imam of the Messengers)
Ya Mustafa ya Shafi’al ‘Alamina
(O Chosen One, O intercessor of the worlds)
He prayed while others slept
While others ate he’d fast,
While they would laugh he wept
Until he breathed his last,
His only wish was for us to be
Among the ones who prosper,
Ya Mu’allim peace be upon you,
Truly you are our Teacher,
Oh Mu’allim..

Chorus
Ya Habibi ya Muhammad
(My beloved O Muhammad)
Ya Shafi’i ya Muhammad
(My intercessor O Muhammad)
Ya Rasuli ya Muhammad
(O My Messenger O Muhammad)
Ya Bashiri ya Muhammad
(O bearer of good news O Muhammad)
Ya Nadhiri ya Muhammad
(O warner O Muhammad)
‘Ishqu Qalbi ya Muhammad
(The love of my heart O Muhammad)
Nuru ‘Ayni ya Muhammad
(Light of my eye O Muhammad)
He taught us to be just and kind
And to feed the poor and hungry,
Help the wayfarer and the orphan child
And to not be cruel and miserly,
His speech was soft and gentle,
Like a mother stroking her child,
His mercy and compassion,
Were most radiant when he smiled

Chorus
Abal Qasim [one of the names of the Prophet]
Ya Habibi ya Muhammad
(My beloved O Muhammad)
Ya Shafi’i ya Muhammad
(My intercessor O Muhammad)
Khayru khalqillahi Muhammad
(The best of Allah’s creation is Muhammad)
Ya Mustafa Ya Imamal Mursalina
(O Chosen One O Imam of the Messengers)
Ya Mustafa ya Shafi’al ‘Alamina
(O Chosen One O intercessor of the worlds)