Summary

Summary The Prophet Muhammad followed these teachings of the Quran throughout his missionary life. The Quran describes the Prophet as “a mercy to all mankind.” (21:107) The Prophet’s mission was to bring about a spiritual awakening in a human being. His mission can be summed up in these words of the Quran: Kunu rabbaniyin (3:79), that is, to become God-oriented in one’s speech, actions, and thoughts. Such a mission requires an intellectual revolution and not a political revolution. The Prophet’s concern was to bring personal transformation in an individual and help him deal with life’s various challenges. With the help of the Quran the Prophet worked to guide individuals in search of meaning and purpose in life beyond material gratification.