1. On whiteboard
How is it possible to conquer a country without having bloodshed?

2. The Conquest of Makkah-630 CE
Key question
How did Muhammad conquer Makkah

3. What methods did Muhammad use to ensure success over Makkah
What methods did Muhammad use to ensure success over Makkah? Green pen – Is there anything missed out?
It was Mekkans’ interest to prevent Muhammad from gaining control of Medina.
Muhammad used the combination of methods to ensure success against Makkah;
Muhajirun were trained for organising raids on trading caravans without bloodshed in the locality of Medina.
It involved various military methods to defend Medina and conquer Makkah.
Muhammad sent missionaries to Makkah to convert, making clear that they need nothing to fear from Islam

4. The Battles Three battle had been fought between Muhammad and Makkans
Battles of Bad’r 624CE
Battle of Uhud 625CE
Battle of the Trench (al- Ahzab) 627CE
Task
You have looked at the Battles
Discuss in your group then write a paragraph on;
How these battles contributed towards the conquest of Makkah?

5. When will you compromise on your principles?

6. The Treaty of Hudaybiya
Prophet’s vision of himself Pilgrimage
Makkans army stopped, Muhammad didn’t want to fight and went back without performing pilgrimage
Uthman was sent to take the message of peace treaty
The Treaty of Hudaybiya in 628CE

7. Green pen Have you referred to these terms?
The Muslims would not be allowed into Makkah in 628CE, but would be able to enter for three days in 629CE.
Mekkans taking refuge in Medina would be handed over to the Mekkans, but Muslims taking refuge in Makkah would not be handed over to Muhammad.
There would be a ten year truce in which Meccans and Muslims would be free to travel in Arabia.
Each party would remain neutral in the event of a war between the other and third party.
Any tribe wishing to make an alliance with either Muhammad or Makkah would be free to do so.
‘Did Muhammad accept some terms against him’?

8. Discuss in groups--- Record the outcome on the whiteboard
‘Why did Muhammad agree on some terms against him’.
Was this treaty a steppingstone to the conquest of Makkah?

9. The Conquest of Makkah 630CE
The Mekkans broke the treaty in 630CE, attacking a tribe under Muhammad’s protection.
Muhammad was able to lead an army to Makkah. He wisely did not attempt to take Makkah by force.
He camped outside the city and converted people like Khalid who came to see him.
Warned people to stay indoor whilst He entered the city. Some did fight and 28 people got killed.
Main amnesty was declared
Invitation letters to the kings
‘Muhammad attained a huge victory minimising bloodshed.’
Do you agree?

10. On whiteboard What do you remember ?

11. Possible Exam questions
a). Explore how was Makkah liberated. [8]
b). To what extent “The Treaty of Hudaibiyah” played a great role towards the conquest of Makkah? Assess [12]

12. The Farewell Sermon- 632CE
Explore the key points of the Farewell Sermon of Prophet Muhammad.

13. Task Read the Farewell sermon of Prophet Muhammad
Prepare a presentation on plain paper;
Key messages
Importance to Muslim life
What do I think overall teachings of the Farewell Sermon
How Muhammad’s death is seen by Muslims?
[ You can draw some of the ideas except the portrait of Muhammad]

14. The last pilgrimage 632CE
Prophet performed his last Hajj and gave a speech in Arafat the main points of the speech are as a guideline for Muslims;
All Praise to Allah and Declaration of faith
Honour Lives , Properties of other people, these are as sacred this day and this place (Makkah)
Everyone is responsible for his/her own actions
Treat others equally and kindly
All pre-Islamic practices are cancelled eg Revenge and usuary, (prophet forgave a murderer of his family member)
Women’s rights: Treat them kindly and respectfully as a mother, sister, daughter or a wife.

15. The last pilgrimage 632CE Two things must be followed
a). The Qur’an b). Hadith
Practice 5 pillars (basic duties) of Islam
The noblest the one who is the most aware of Allah
Pass the message of Islam to others
Prophet passed away leaving about 120,000 followers

16. Question to answer in your note book [15mins] You can use your notes, handout or textbook
‘The Farewell Sermon’ is the complete guideline for Muslims. Assess [12 marks]
To what extent it is true that the farewell sermon is the complete code of life? Assess
“Prophet Muhammad’s last speech is the complete guideline for a good practice”. Assess.
Peer assessment – Green pen
Swap answers and mark using the mark scheme
Give feedback, What needs to be added?----

17. The significance of Muhammad’s life for Muslims – Check in the handout
The ‘Seal of the Prophets’
Renewed Islam in Arabia
Established first Muslim state
‘The great exemplar’…

18. Reminder for X mas break
Revise all aspects of Muhammad’s life thoroughly in the handout
Borrow extra books from library to increase knowledge of the subject
Dedicate your time weekly for RS you
Revise and complete all of the task in the handout on Muhammad’s life.
Read very carefully Anthology pages and make notes of the key information showing your understanding

19. Explore the significance of the conquest of Makkah.