مستشرقین کے مطالعہ سیرت سے اقوام عالم پر اثرات کا خصوصی مطالعہ A SPECIAL STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF THE STUDY OF THE LIVES OF ORIENTALISTS ON THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD Section Islamic Literature

Abstract

This article explores the historical and ongoing animosity of Jews and Christians toward Islam, arguing that their hostility began when prophethood shifted from the Children of Israel to the Children of Ishmael. Initially, they had hoped for a prophet to lead them to victory against their enemies, but they rejected Prophet Muhammad ﷺ out of envy and racial prejudice upon recognizing him, a rejection described in the Quran as based on a "desire for Allah to send His Favor upon whom He wills of His servants." This animosity evolved from military confrontation, as seen in the Crusades, to a concerted campaign of intellectual and cultural warfare after military defeats.

The authors contend that after failing to defeat Muslims militarily, these groups turned to propaganda, writing books and establishing institutions to spread misinformation and alienate Muslims from their faith. This campaign sought to:

• Spread distrust against the Prophet ﷺ: Deliberately distorting his life (Sirah) to sow doubt and hatred among both non-Muslims and Muslims.


• Make Islam seem dubious: Portraying Islam as a religion derived from Judaism and Christianity and arguing that its teachings are outdated and incompatible with modern life.


• Hinder the spread of Islam: Actively working to prevent the conversion of people to Islam, especially in Europe, where its growth has been significant.


• Disparage Islamic history and civilization: Falsifying historical events to claim that Islam has always been hostile to Jews and Christians, while simultaneously promoting their own cultural superiority.


• Create a climate of doubt: Using a skeptical approach to Islamic sciences (Quran, Hadith, Fiqh) to weaken the faith of educated Muslims and make them feel that Islam is not relevant to contemporary challenges.


• Insult the Prophet ﷺ: Engaging in a sustained and deliberate campaign of mockery and defamation to undermine the Prophet's ﷺ honor and weaken the bond between Muslims and their Prophet.

The article argues that Muslims must counter these efforts by thoroughly studying the Sirah of the Prophet ﷺ. The study of the Prophet's ﷺ life is essential for several reasons: it serves as the perfect role model for humanity, it is a prerequisite for understanding and completing the religion of Islam, it is key to a proper comprehension of the Quran, it is a requirement for a complete and true faith, and it is a necessary act of obedience to Allah. Ultimately, the article concludes that a deep understanding of the Prophet's ﷺ life is crucial for defending his honor and fulfilling the duty of every Muslim to promote Islam as a source of peace and guidance for all of humanity.