MIRACLES GIVEN TO PROPHET MUHAMMAD Part 2 Extracted from The Cure SAHIH-SHEFA by Supreme Justice Abulfadl Eyad, died (1123CE - Islamic Year 544H) Reported by Grand Muhaddith Habib Hafiz Abdullah Ben Sadek Revised by Muhaddith Abdullah Talidi An adaptation by Servant of Hadith, Shaykh Ahmad Darwish (Arabic) Khadeijah A. Stephens (English) Ayesha Nadriya (Indonesian) Copyright © 1984-2011 Allah.com Muhammad.com. All rights reserved. Terms of Service - Copyright/IP Policy – Guidelines Miracles of the Unseen Divine Affairs Another miraculous facet of the Koran's challenge is found in verses relating to matters of the unseen, and events that were to materialize at a later date. The good news of safe entry into Mecca was conveyed to the Prophet in the following verse, "You shall enter the Sacred Mosque in security, if Allah wills" (48:27). Another event that would be realized later was the news that the Persians would be defeated by the Romans, "But, in a few years after their defeat they shall become the victors" (30:3). Allah gave the good news of the future victory over the unbelievers and the Opening of Mecca saying, "When the victory of Allah and the opening comes" (110:1). Another example is, "Allah has promised those of you who believe and do good works that He will indeed make them successors in the land" (24:55). All these events materialized, just as Allah said they would. The Romans defeated the Persians, and people of Persia embraced Islam in droves. (For further detailed information, please read our book “Heraclius Emperor of Rome Confessed and Supported Prophet Muhammad ”). At the time of the death of the Prophet Islam had spread throughout Arabia. Allah made the believers caliphs in the earth and established the Religion of Islam. From east to west Allah caused the believers to be powerful successors. In a quotation of the Prophet he told his Companions, "The earth was gathered together for me so that I was shown its easts and wests, and the kingdom of my nation will reach as far as it was gathered together." Allah tells us in the Koran, "It is We who sent down the Remembrance (Koran), and We watch over it" (15:9). This has indeed been the case. Throughout the centuries there have been countless heretics and atheists and in particular the Qarmatians. (Shaykh Darwish added: During the time of Judge Eyad there was a sect known as "Qarmatians". This sect was very active in their attempt to pervert Islam, but they like their predecessors they were unsuccessful. Praise be to Allah, none have been successful to extinguish either the light of the Koran, nor yet alter a single word, or cause doubt in the minds of Muslims!) Allah gave news to His Prophet and his followers of future encounters with the unbelievers saying, "Most certainly their gatherings shall be routed, and they will turn their backs" (54:45). And He also said, "He will grant you victory over them and heal the chests of a believing nation." (9:14). And, "They will not harm you except a little hurt. And if they fight against you, they will turn their backs" (3:111). Those events occurred later upon the arrival of their predestined time. Another aspect is that, of the disclosure of unseen affairs, such as the exposure of the secrets of both hypocrites and those among the Jews who were in enmity with the Prophet and the lies they spread amongst themselves and within the community. Allah disclosed their treachery, rebuked them, and made known their sentiments saying, "And they say within themselves, 'Why does Allah not punish us for what we say?'" (58:8). Allah also informed His Prophet and the believers, "They conceal in themselves what they do not disclose to you" (3:154). And, "and the Jews who listen to lies." (5:41) Of the Jewish scriptures, Allah informed His Prophet and his followers, "Some Jews tampered with the words (altering) their places saying, 'We have heard and we disobey,' and 'hear, without hearing,' and 'observe us' (Ra'ina, in Hebrew means evil) twisting with their tongues traducing Religion" (4:46). Allah promised the Muslims victory and His promise was fulfilled on the Day of Badr, "(Remember) when Allah promised to grant you one of the two parties (at Badr), and you wished for the one that was not strong" (8:7). Allah told His Prophet "We suffice you against those who mock" (15.95). After the revelation of this verse, the Prophet gave his Companions the good news that Allah suffices both him and them. Those who are referred to as being the "mockers" were a group of people in Mecca who attempted to cause people to turn away from the Prophet and cause him harm. They were dispersed. Also, when the unbelievers tried to kill Prophet Muhammad Allah sent down the verse, "Allah protects you from the people" (5:67). The Miraculous News of Bygone Generations and Vanished Nations Mentioned in the Koran Another facet of mankind's inability to imitate the Koran is found in information relating to bygone generations, as well as nations that had vanished, and their laws. At the time of the sending down of the Koran there were amongst all the "People of the Book" – that is people who received the Torah and the Ingil (Gospel of Jesus) – just a few scholars who devoted their entire life to the study of some of these aspects, there were others however, who were not so well versed and their knowledge was incomplete. When Allah sent down to His Prophet unadulterated stories of such matters, it was a sign for the People of the Book. They knew the Prophet was illiterate and could neither read nor write, and could not have had access to such knowledge through study. Also the Prophet did not travel far away from his people so he could not have heard these stories. (Shaykh Darwish added: They had no other option but to admit that the news the Prophet brought came from the Unseen and thereby compelled to admit to its authenticity, and acknowledge its truthfulness but many refused to openly admit to this.) Whenever some among the parties of the People of the Book met him they would examine and test his knowledge whereupon he would recite to them relevant verses or chapters from the Koran. He recited to them of the stories of Prophet Moses and Al Khidr, of Prophet Joseph and his brothers, the men in the Cave, Dhu'l Karnain (King Cyrus, the Great of Persia died 600BC, Kurosh-e-Bozorg Persian name. Biblical name Koresh), Luqman and his son as well as stories of other noble prophets. He related information about the creation, and informed them of what was in the Torah and the original Gospel given to Jesus (which no longer exists). He also told them of the Psalms of Prophet David and the Scrolls of Prophets Abraham and Moses. The sincere amongst them acknowledged and confirmed the truth of the news he brought as they were unable to deny it. Those who were destined for the ultimate success in the Everlasting Life believed whereas those who were stubborn and envious were the losers. (Shaykh Darwish added:Among the bishops of Najran were those who refused to accept the truth, as did Suriya's son and the son of Akhtab, the chief rabbi of Medina. They knew the Prophet spoke the truth, but refused to acknowledge it as such. They were envious and stubborn, and thereafter died in disbelief.) Despite the fact of their impassioned enmity towards the Prophet and urging their followers not to accept him, and their distorted arguments taken out of context from their books their is no evidence whatsoever that any of the People of the Book denied the veracity of the reports given in the Koran. In the attempt of the People of the Book to gain the upper hand they questioned Prophet Muhammad relentlessly about their prophets and posed difficult questions. They questioned him about the secrets of their knowledge, the contents of their biographies as well as information concealed in their laws. They asked him about the spirit, Prophet Jesus, the judgment of the strong and what Israel forbade himself, as well as what beasts had become forbidden to them on account of their contemptible behavior. Allah says, "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah. Those who are with him are harsh against the unbelievers but merciful to one another. You see them bow and prostrate themselves seeking the bounty and pleasure of Allah. Their mark is on their faces from the trace of prostration. That is their likeness in the Torah and their likeness in the Gospel" (48:29). The Prophet was asked many questions all of which he answered with that which had been revealed to him. Those who invented lies about the message the Prophet brought, claimed that what he brought was different from their scriptures and were therefore called upon to prove their claim. Of these people Allah says, "Say, 'Bring the Torah and recite it, if you are truthful.' Those who after this invent lies about Allah are harmdoers" (3:93-94). Consequently, those who behaved insolently and chose to belie what the Prophet brought were humiliated by their own scripture, they were also shown where they had tampered with the words of their Book .There is no news that the Jews or Christians were able to produce evidence to support their claim, they were unable to demonstrate even a weak claim from their books. Allah draws attention to their mischief saying, "People of the Book! Our Messenger (Muhammad) has come to clarify to you much of what you have hidden of the Book" (5:15). The Challenge of the Koran to Imitate it There is neither dispute nor doubt that the preceding facets of the Koran cannot be imitated. Our attention is now drawn to its verses which state certain instances to which the response of mankind is either unable to fulfill, cope with or take on the challenge. Take for example the Words of Allah to the Jews, "Say, 'if the abode of the Everlasting Life is with Allah for you especially, to the exclusion of all other people, then long for death if you are truthful'. But they will never long for it'" (2:94-95). Isaac's father Az-Zajjaj commented on this verse saying, "This verse contains the greatest proof and also the clearest indication of the soundness of the Message of Allah. This is because Allah told the Jews to "long for death" and then informs them, "But they will never long for it", so none of them sincerely longed for death. The Prophet spoke of this saying, "If the Jews had wished for death, they would have died and seen their seats in Hell." But Allah turned the hearts of the Jews against longing for death. He cast tremendous fear into them thereby signifying that His Messenger was indeed truthful, and that which He had sent down to him was without doubt authentic. But none of them sincerely longed for death, even though they were eager to reject him. When the Christian bishops of Najran came to the Prophet most remained adamant in their refusal to accept Islam. It was then that Allah sent down the verse in which He challenges them to invoke the curse of Allah upon the ones who lie. Allah says, "To those who dispute with you concerning him after the knowledge has come to you, say, 'Come, let us gather our sons and your sons, our womenfolk and your womenfolk, ourselves and yourselves. Then let us humbly pray, so lay the curse of Allah upon the ones who lie" (3:61). Their primate, Al Aqib, warned his fellow bishops saying, "You know he is a prophet, and no matter whether a group is small or large, a prophet never lays a curse on a people and they survive thereafter." So they refrained from the challenge and continued to pay the "poll-tax" levied on those who refused to believe in return for which they received protection within the Islamic state. As for the unbelievers amongst the Arabs, Allah challenges them saying, "If you are in doubt of what We have sent down to Our worshiper, produce a chapter comparable to it. Call upon your helpers, other than Allah, to assist you, if you are true. But if you fail, as you are sure to fail, then guard yourselves against the Fire whose fuel is people and stones, prepared for the unbelievers" (2:23-24). Although this verse is amongst those relating to the Unseen, the first part of the verse is indicative of the fact that they would be incapable to respond to His challenge. The Arousal of Fear and Awe When Listening the Koran Another facet of the Koran's uniqueness is the fear that engulfs the heart of those who listen to it. It affects their ears when they hear and they are struck with awe when it is recited to them on account of its power and grandeur. As for those who reject the Koran, there is an even greater effect. Of such people Allah says, "We lay veils upon their hearts and heaviness in their ears lest they understand it. When you (Prophet Muhammad) mention your Lord alone in the Koran, they turn their backs in aversion" (17:46). Listening to the Koran is too heavy upon them in terms of hearing of the Oneness of the Creator and so their aversion increases, they wish to stop its recitation because of their loathing of it. As for those who believe, they experience fear yet they are in rapture of awe of the Koran. It attracts the listener and is a source of joy that causes the heart to incline to it and also a confirmation. Allah says, "the skins of those who fear their Lord tremble; and thereafter their skins and hearts soften to the Remembrance of Allah" (39:23). Allah says, "Had We sent down this Koran upon a mountain, you would have seen it humble itself and split asunder for fear of Allah" (59:21). This verse is an indication that the Koran is very unique, it has the power to grip someone who neither understands nor yet knows its meaning. One day a follower of Prophet Jesus, peace be upon him, happened to pass by someone reciting the Koran, and started to weep. He was asked what had caused him to weep and he replied, "It is because it has entered my heart in the beauty of its arrangement." There are many reports of people embracing Islam upon their first hearing the Words of Allah, then, there are others who are unfortunate and turn away. Jubair Mut'im's son said, "During the evening prayer, I heard the Prophet recite the chapter "The Mount" (52), and when he reached the words, "Or, were they created out of nothing? Or, were they their own creators? Or, did they create the heavens and the earth? No, their belief is not certain! Or, are the treasures of your Lord in their keeping? Or, are they the controllers?" (52:35-37) my heart leapt to Islam. It is also reported that Jubair said, "It was the first time that Islam became important in my heart." There are two reports about Utba Rabi'a's son, who on one occasion went to the Prophet to speak to him about a recent Revelation that spoke against the pagan belief of his tribe. So, the Prophet began to recite chapter 41 The Distinguished. "HaMeem. A sending down from the Merciful, the Most Merciful. A Book, the verses of which are distinguished, an Arabic Koran for a nation who know. It bears glad tidings and a warning, yet most of them turn away and do not listen. They say, 'Our hearts are veiled from that to which you call us, and in our ears there is heaviness. And between us and you is a veil. So work (as you will) and we are working.' Say (Prophet Muhammad), 'I am only a human like you, to whom it is revealed that your God is One God. Therefore be straight with Him and ask Him to forgive you. Woe to the idolaters, who do not pay charity and disbelieve in the Everlasting Life. For those who believe and do good works is an enduring wage.' Say, 'Do you disbelieve in Him who created the earth in two days? And do you set up equals with Him? He is the Lord of the Worlds.' He set firm mountains on top (of the earth) and He blessed it. And in four days He ordained in it many provisions, equal to those who ask. Then He willed to the heaven when it was smoke, and to it and the earth He said, 'Come willingly, or unwillingly.' 'We come willingly,' they answered. In two days He determined them seven heavens, and He revealed to each heaven its commands. We adorned the lowest heaven with lamps and preserve them. Such is the decree of the Almighty, the Knower. But if they turn away, say, 'I have given you warning of a thunderbolt similar to that which overtook Aad and Thamood.' (41:1-13) Utba could not bear to hear it and put his hand over the Prophet's mouth and begged him to stop. It is also reported that he listened and in so doing he put his hands behind his back and leant on them until the Prophet reached the verse of prostration, whereupon the Prophet prostrated. Utba did not know how to deal with the situation and immediately got up, returned to his family and declined to go out to his tribesmen. His fellow tribesmen came to him and he apologized telling them, "By Allah, he recited some words to me, and by Allah, I have never heard anything like them, I just did not know what to say to him." Several Arabs attempted to answer the challenge of the Prophet however, all were struck by fear, one such person was Al Muqaffa's son, renowned for his eloquent tongue. He had started his attempt at composition when he heard a young Muslim boy reciting from the Koran, "Earth, swallow up your waters" (11:44). The recitation had such a tremendous effect upon him that he returned and destroyed all that he had written saying, "I bear witness that this is not to be opposed, they are not the words of a human!" In Andalusia, Spain a man by the name of Yahya, Hakkam Al Ghazzal's son, who was a well known writer sought to attempt to produce something akin to the Koran. Whilst doing so he looked for a sample to emulate and read the chapter "The Oneness" (112). He started work on his composition but he was struck by fear and declared, "Fear has stopped me and weakness has caused me to regret and repent." The Divine Protection of the Koran Unlike any other scripture, Allah has promised to preserve His Holy Book until the end of time, and this is yet another of its qualities that cannot be imitated. Allah assures us, "It is We who sent down the Koran, and We watch over it" (15:9). And of its purity He tells us, "falsehood does not come to it from before it or from behind it. It is the sending down from the One, the Wise, the Praised" (41:42). With the exception of the miraculous Koran, all the other miracles ceased to exist after the time of their prophet and only narrations of their wonders remain. Whereas the Glorious Koran contains clear verses and miracles all of which are present in this day and age and will remain so despite the passing of centuries. This miracle is a decisive proof that no truthful person would ever doubt. Each era has produced many people who clarify and transmit the science of language as well as eloquent imams, and men who skillfully craft words. Those who deviated have been proven to be ineffective and their opposition flawed, none have been able to produce a valid argument, nor yet compose even a couple of words which would detract an atom's weight from the Koran. Additional Challenges in the Koran Scholars have also drawn attention to various other facets of the inability of mankind to imitate the Arabic Koran. One such facet is that it has been observed that neither reciter nor listener ever tire of its recital. It has been found that the repeated recitation of the Koran serves only to increase its sweetness which in turn causes a greater love, whereas, other words, even though they may be of the most eloquent lose their attraction and in the long term turn to be tedious. The Arabic Holy Koran is a delight to recite in times of solitude and an excellent companion during times of crisis – no other book possesses these qualities, and over time reciters of the Koran have developed a variety of rhythms and methods for its recital which add to the Koran's vibrancy. The Messenger of Allah described the Koran saying, "Even when it is recited frequently, it never becomes tedious. Its lessons are never ending and its wonders never fade. It is the discrimination. It is not a jest." Scholars can never be satiated by it, nor yet passions misguided, and tongues do not mistake it. It is that which the jinn would not abandon once they heard it. They said, 'We have indeed heard a wonderful Koran that guides to the Right Path' (72:1). Another facet that cannot be imitated is that it draws together knowledge and faith, both of which most Arabs, including Prophet Muhammad before his Prophethood, were unfamiliar or else their knowledge was very scant consequently little attention was paid to them. The Koran gathers together and clarifies the science of Law, and informs of ways in which intellectual proofs are deduced and through the use of simple, concise expressions, strong arguments posed by deviant sects are disproved. From time to time unsuccessful attempts have been made to establish comparable proofs to those established in the Koran, however, none were able to accomplish their aim. Take for example the saying of Allah, "Is He who created the heavens and the earth unable to create their like? Yes, indeed" (36:81). Also, "He will quicken them who originated them the first time" (36:79). And, "Had there been gods in heaven or earth, other than Allah, both would indeed have been ruined" (21:22). One discovers in the Koran the science of prophetic events (seerah), as well as the history of former nations. It warns, displays wisdom, defines ethics and virtues as well as giving information about the life to come in the Everlasting Life. Allah informs us, "We have neglected nothing in the Book" (6:38). And, "We have sent down to you the Book making everything clear, as a guidance, and mercy, and glad tidings to those who submit." (16:89). And, "In this Koran, We have set forth for mankind all manner of examples" (30:58). Prophet Muhammad said, "The Koran was sent down by Allah as a command, a prevention, a way to be followed and as a parable. In it is your history, news about that which came before you and that which will come after you and right judgment between you. Neither its repetition is tiring nor its wonders unending. Indeed, it is the truth and not a jest. Whosoever recites it speaks the truth and whosoever judges by it is just. Whosoever argues with it is the winner, and whosoever divides by it is fair. Whosoever acts upon it will be rewarded and whosoever clings to it is guided to the Straight Path, but whosoever seeks guidance from other than it Allah will misguide them. Allah will destroy whosoever judges with other than it. It is the Wise Remembrance, the Clear Light, the Straight Path, the Firm rope of Allah, and a beneficial healing. For whosoever clings to it there is protection and rescue for whosoever follows it. It contains no crookedness and puts matters straight. It has no deviation and therefore is not blameworthy." Allah says, "Surely, this Koran relates to the Children of Israel most of that which they are at variance" (27:76) and He says, "This is a declaration to the people guidance and an admonition to the cautious" (3:138). As well as the conciseness of the Koran's phrases, and the concentration of its words, is another facet of the Koran's challenge, which is that it gathers far more than that contained in lengthier scriptures. Another facet of the Koran is discovered in its composition, descriptive beauty and eloquence which are yet further proof of mankind's incapacity to imitate it. In its eloquence lie not only the commands of Allah but His prohibitions as well as His promise and threat. Whosoever is blessed to recite it grasps, at the same time, both the proof and obligation throughout. Although the Koran is within the realm of verse composition, it is of the kind unknown anywhere else. It cannot be said that it is in the form of prose because its verses are easier upon the soul and hearing, and its understanding is sweeter. A listener inclines to it more easily and passions are quickly aroused upon its hearing. Allah made its memorization easy and says, ”We have made the Koran easy to remember" (54:17). Other nations to whom a Book was sent were unable to memorize their Book (before it was tampered with), whereas Muslim children are blessed by the easement of memorization of the Holy Koran in just a short time. Another facet of the uniqueness of the Koran is that, some parts were sent down in resemblance to others all of which mankind is incapable of imitating. One finds in their different parts an excellence of harmony, as well as harmony in its divisions. Then, there is the beauty of the leading from one story to the next, or one subject to another with different meanings. The same chapter may include both commands, and prohibitions, information and inquiry, promises or threats, affirmation of the prophethood, the confirmation of the Oneness of Allah, the arousal of longing and fear as well as other matters. It has been said that Arabic like this can be found elsewhere, however, it is not powerful and the purity of its style is not soft, and its beauty is inferior, and phrasing inconsistent. Take for example the beginning of Chapter 38 "Saad". This chapter contains information about those who disbelieve, their division, and the destruction of their previous generations. It also tells of their refusal to accept Prophet Muhammad even though they were amazed by what he brought. It tells how their council agreed not to believe and reveals their envy, incapacity and weakness. It informs them of the disgrace which will befall them not only in this life but in the life of the Everlasting Life. It also speaks of the rejection of previous nations to whom a prophet was sent and their subsequent destruction by Allah, and the warning that the same would happen to them if they persisted in disbelief. It also speaks of the inquiry of the Prophet his patience and his solace for all that had happened. “In the Name of Allah, the Merciful, the Most Merciful. Saad, by the Holy Reading (Koran) of the Remembrance. No, the unbelievers exalt in their division. How many generations have We destroyed before them. They called, 'The time is neither of escape, nor safety.' They marvel now that, from among themselves, a warner has come to them. The unbelievers say, 'This is a lying sorcerer. What, has he made the gods One God? This is indeed a wondrous thing.' Their assembly left (saying), 'Go, and be patient to your gods, this is something to be desired. We never heard of this in the former religion. It is nothing but an invention. What, out of all of us, has the Remembrance been sent down to him (Prophet Muhammad)?' No, they are doubtful about My Remembrance, no, they have not yet tasted My punishment. Or, have they the treasuries of the Mercy of your Lord, the Almighty, the Giving? Or, is theirs the Kingdom of the heavens and the earth and all that is between them? Then let them ascend by (their) means! The army is defeated as (were) the confederates. Before them the nations of Noah, Aad and Pharaoh, and he of the tent-pegs belied, Thamood, the nation of Lot and the dwellers of the Thicket such were the confederates. There was not one of those that did not belie the Messengers. Therefore, My retribution was realized. These only wait for a single Shout for which there will be no delay. They say, 'Our Lord, hasten to us our share before the Day of Recompense.' Bear patiently with what they say, and remember Our worshiper David, a man of might. He was ever turning in repentance." (38:1-17) The chapter continues and speaks of Prophet David and narrates stories of other noble prophets, peace be upon all of them. All this was sent down in the best form of composition and with the concise use of words, some of which contain sentences that effectively contain only a few words. What has been brought to your attention is just a sampling of the inability of mankind to imitate the Holy Koran, there are many more facets some of which have already been mentioned. In this chapter we were only concerned with inability of mankind to imitate the Koran. You will have by now a glimpse in the first four facets, of the unending special properties and wonders of the Koran, and the reality of the inability of mankind to imitate it, therefore rely on them. Allah is the granter of success! The Splitting of the Moon The Koran narrates the miraculous event of the splitting of the moon of this Allah says, "The Hour is drawing near, and the moon is split (in two). Yet if they see a sign (the unbelievers) turn their backs and say, 'This is but a continuation of sorcery!'" (54:1-2). The first verse was revealed at the time of the miracle. Masood's son and others shed further light upon this miraculous event saying, "During the time of the Messenger of Allah the moon was split into two. One part was seen above the mountain (Mount Hira) whilst the other was seen below and the Messenger of Allah called upon the people to witness." Anas said, "The people of Mecca asked the Prophet to show them a sign, whereupon he showed them the splitting of the moon into two and they saw Mount Hira between the two halves." This miraculous sign was clearly evident despite its objectors. It would not have been hidden from anyone. The verse is clear and all the narrations are authentic. The miracle occurred at night when things are quiet and only those whose habit it is to monitor the sky would be aware of it. The same came be said for the eclipses, not to mention that sometimes clouds prevent its viewing. There is no doubt that many people saw it in different parts of the world, but were not aware of the happenings in Mecca between the Prophet and those who he was calling to the religion. (Shaykh Darwish commented: We have heard that in 2006 the prestigious BBC - British Broadcasting Company - broadcasted significant scientific news from a report issued by the USA space agency, NASA whose astronauts discovered the signs of a crack going across the moon. We also heard that this news was released by David Pidcock") The Splitting of the Moon Witnessed by a King (Shaykh Darwish added: It is recorded that one night as King Cheraman Perumal of Kerala, India, and his wife were strolling outside their palace they witnessed the splitting of the moon in half. Later, when Arab traders reached Kerala he told them of the strange occurrence whereupon they told him that the moon had split in Mecca in answer to the supplication of a new prophet who had been sent. The king set sail to visit Prophet Muhammad and embraced Islam under his hand and took the name Tajuddin meaning, "The Crown of the Religion". The Prophet sent several Companions under the leadership of Malik, Dinar's son and his brother back with the king to India to spread Islam. However the king was taken ill in Salala, Oman and it was there that he died. Before his death he wrote letters to the rulers of Malabar to be delivered via the Companions in which he requested them to help the Companions. The Companions were made welcome by the rulers and started to preach Islam. It was in the village of Rayangadi, near Payyannur that a mosque was built sometime before the 5th year after the Prophet's migration. The mosque bears an inscription in Arabic without vowels or dots. Fourteen mosques were subsequently built and the one in Kodungallur was called the "Cherman Malik Mosque" and has remained intact to this day together with its wooden pulpit, awning and ablution well. Malik, Dinar's son married the sister of the king and their son's name was Muhammad Ali Raja. Malik died in Mangalore. Reference is made to the king's visit and the gift of a jar of honey and ginger in "Mustadrak" by Hakin. The palace of Arakkal houses many Islamic artifacts relating to the early days of Islam in India. Amongst those artifacts is the proof that Muhammad Ali Raja, the son of Sheree Devi, sister of King Cheraman established the dynasty of kings which existed up until the time of the British imperialism of India. Kerala is the home of several descendants of the king, some are Muslims and others are not, and they are interviewed regularly by historians. Although the official language of India is Urdu, Kerala has its own distinctive language, and its Muslim population accounts for 90% of its inhabitants whereas the Muslim population in other cities is 20%. Kerala has, even today, the characteristics of the Golden Age of Islam in Spain. Muslims live in harmony with peoples of other religions, in which peace and caring for one another is a way of life).