An Analytical Study of the Use of Qurʾānic Terminology in Islamic Daʿwah and the Characteristics of the Dāʿī

Abstract

Islam is the only religion approved by Allah, and human beings are regarded as the noblest of all creatures. For the guidance of humanity, Allah sent prophets so that people might be led to the straight path. This process began with Prophet Adam and culminated in Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon them all). Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) imparted to humanity a comprehensive moral and ethical system. Allah Almighty invited people to the divine message through the most appropriate and wise methods of exhortation, because of which the message spread rapidly and was accepted by many. Daʿwah constituted the primary mission of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), a responsibility that exposed him to numerous hardships, challenges, and trials throughout his life. Despite facing persistent persecution and suffering, he never deviated from his mission, rather he demonstrated remarkable tolerance and exemplary patience until the fulfillment of his divine objective.