A Journey to Taif | UNIT - 1 | Short Question Answers

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Short Question Answers of English 12

Unit 1: Journey to Taif - Based on the New Textbook (Punjab Curriculum)

Unit 1: Journey to Taif

Q1. Why did Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) travel to Taif?

The brutality of the Quraysh of Makkah compelled Prophet Muhammad (SAW) to set out for Taif.

Q2. How did the chiefs of Taif respond to the message of Islam?

The chiefs of Taif bluntly rejected the message of Islam; one of them spoke curtly, another tried to maintain a false dignity, and the third refused to listen to the message entirely.

Q3. What did Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) ask of the chiefs at the end of his meeting with them?

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) asked the chiefs of Taif to keep their views to themselves so that other people might not be misled.

Q4. How did the people of Taif treat Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) when he preached in public?

The people of Taif shouted and clapped whenever Prophet Muhammad (SAW) started preaching the message of Islam. They pelted him with stones, causing him to bleed heavily.

Q5. Who was Addaas, and what was his response to his meeting with Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ)?

Addas was a Christian from Naynawa who recognized the prophethood of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and kissed his head, hands, and feet.

Q6. What happened to Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) when he was severely injured during his preaching?

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) fell unconscious when the people of Taif injured him severely during his preaching.

Q7. What does the supplication (دعا) of Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) reveal about his character and faith?

The prayer of Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) demonstrates his humility, deep reliance on Allah, and spiritual strength.

Q8. Why did Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ) refuse to curse the people of Taif despite their cruel behaviour?

As a paragon of mercy and forbearance, Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) hoped that Allah would bring forth from the descendants of Taif people who would worship Allah alone.

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