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Question 8 • World History and Geography

According to Islam, why did Muhammad become a prophet?

Answer
A
He became a powerful military leader.
B
He was said to have received a message from an angel.
C
He was said to have had a vision while he was sleeping.
D
He was said to have been visited by several of the Muslim gods.

Explanation

According to Islamic tradition, Muhammad became a prophet after receiving revelations from the angel Gabriel, who conveyed God’s message to him. This matches choice B. His prophethood was not based on becoming a military leader or being visited by multiple gods.

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