Maryam Institute

Meccan Chronicles:
Seerah of the Beloved Messenger ﷺ

Online Course for Women

Course Description

The Meccan Era of the Seerah is a story of resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering faith. From the first moments of Revelation to the trials and sacrifices of the Sahabah, we will journey through the early years of our beloved Prophet ﷺ and uncover practical lessons to apply in our daily lives.

Course Outline

Module 1: The Childhood of our beloved Prophet ﷺ

  • The Year of the Elephant

  • Bahira the Monk 

  • Marriage and Rebuilding of the Ka’abah

Module 2: The Light of Revelation

  • The First Believers: Sayyiduna Abu Bakr, Sayyidah Khadījah, Sayyiduna Ali, and Sayyiduna Zayd ibn Harithah رضي الله عنهم

  • The courage of the early Sahaba رضي الله عنهم

  • Lessons in loyalty, love, and trust

Module 3: Calling in Secret, Calling in Public

  • Wisdom in Gradual Dawah

  • Three stages of Dawah in Makkah

  • The Prophet ﷺ on Mount Safa

Module 4: The Trials of the Believers

  • The Trials of Sayyiduna Bilal, Sayyidatuna Sumayyah, and Sayyidina Yasir رضي الله عنهم

  • Boycott of the Muslims and the Valley of Abu Talib

  • Patience and steadfastness in the face of persecution

Module 5: Divine Consolation & Heavenly Support

  • Surah al-Kahf, Surah al-Ikhlas, and the Foundations of Tawheed

  • Revelation as a source of strength

  • Qur’anic responses to opposition

Module 6: Migration to Abyssinia

  • The Land of Justice: Najashi and the First Hijrah

  • Sayyiduna Ja’far ibn Abi Talib’s رضي الله عنهم eloquent defense

  • Lessons in interfaith dialogue and courage

Module 7: Year of Sorrow

  • The Passing of Abu Talib and Sayyidatuna Khadījah رضي الله عنهم

  • The Prophet’s ﷺ grief and resilience

  • Lessons in reliance upon Allah in times of despair

Module 8: The Night Journey (al-Isrā wal-Mi‘rāj)

  • Ascension Beyond the Heavens

  • Meeting the Prophets and witnessing Jannah & Jahannum

  • The Gift of Salah

Module 9: The Path to Madinah

  • Seeds of Hope: Pledges of Aqabah

  • The Ansar’s commitment and sacrifice رضي الله عنهم

  • Preparing for the Hijrah

Module 10: Lessons from the Meccan Era

  • Strenghtheing our Iman

  • Responding to Tests and Trials 

  • Sacrificing for the Sake of Allah swt

Course Features

Interactive Sessions

Engage with knowledgeable instructors and fellow students in a supportive online environment.

Weekly Lessons

Regular sessions that fit into your schedule, ensuring consistent learning.

Q&A Opportunities

Ask questions and receive personalized guidance to clarify doubts.

Resource Materials

Access to course notes, recordings, and other learning material for further study.

Learning Outcomes

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