MUHAMMAD: LEGACY OF A PROPHET MUHAMMAD: LEGACY OF A PROPHET tells the story of the seventh-century prophet who changed world history in 23 years and continues to shape the lives of more than 1.2 billion people. This lively, thorough and honest portrait of the man and the prophet takes viewers to ancient Arabian sites where Muhammad's story unfolded and into the homes, mosques and workplaces of some of America's approximately seven million Muslims to discover the many ways in which they follow Muhammad's example. With some of the world's leading scholars on Islam providing historical context and critical perspective, viewers learn not only who Muhammad was, but also what most American Muslims believe Islam teaches and how their beliefs are increasingly shaping society. Actor André Braugher narrates. When's it on? Visit the Site If you are not a Muslim, what is your understanding of Islam after watching this program? What effect do you think increasing religious diversity is having on the United States? How does the life story of Muhammad compare to that of Jesus? What parallels, if any, are there between the world into which Muhammad was born and our world today? One of the program participants mentions the conflicting demands of the Muslim faith and modern American society. Do other religions face similar conflicts? How do you react when you see a woman wearing hijab (the head scarf)? What do you think was Muhammad's greatest accomplishment? Do you consider Muhammad a good role model? What emerges as the major tenet of Islam? How does this compare to other major religions? Hashem Aghajari, an Iranian history professor and reformist politician, has been sentenced to death after being convicted of "insulting the prophet Muhammad" during a speech. How do you think the prophet himself would have responded to this?
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