Which false prophet was called “The Liar” (Al-Kazzāb) by the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?

Q: Which false prophet was called “The Liar” (Al-Kazzāb) by the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?

Musailama al-Kazzab - The false prophet who was called “Al-Kazzāb” (The Liar) by the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is Musailama al-Kazzab. He lived during the lifetime of the Prophet ﷺ and falsely claimed prophethood in the region of Yamamah. Musailama tried to imitate Qur’anic verses and spread misleading teachings to gain followers. The Holy Prophet ﷺ firmly rejected his false claim and referred to him as “Al-Kazzāb,” which means “The Liar.” After the passing of the Prophet ﷺ, Musailama’s rebellion grew stronger, and many tribes were influenced by his false message. During the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), the Muslims fought against Musailama in the famous Battle of Yamamah. In this battle, the Muslim army, led by Khalid bin Waleed (RA), defeated him, and Musailama was killed, ending his false movement. The story of Musailama al-Kazzab serves as a reminder in Islamic history about the dangers of false prophets and the importance of upholding the true message of Islam. His title, “The Liar,” became a permanent mark of his falsehood and deception. Key Facts: Musailama claimed to be a prophet during the lifetime of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He lived in Yamamah (central Arabia). The Prophet ﷺ gave him the title “Al-Kazzāb” (The Liar). He attempted to copy Qur’anic verses but failed. He was killed in the Battle of Yamamah during the caliphate of Abu Bakr (RA). His story warns against false prophets and deviation from Islam.

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Musailama al-Kazzab - The false prophet who was called &ldquo;Al-Kazzāb&rdquo; (The Liar) by the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is Musailama al-Kazzab. He lived during the lifetime of the Prophet ﷺ and falsely claimed prophethood in the region of Yamamah. Musailama tried to imitate Qur&rsquo;anic verses and spread misleading teachings to gain followers.
The Holy Prophet ﷺ firmly rejected his false claim and referred to him as &ldquo;Al-Kazzāb,&rdquo; which means &ldquo;The Liar.&rdquo; After the passing of the Prophet ﷺ, Musailama&rsquo;s rebellion grew stronger, and many tribes were influenced by his false message. During the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), the Muslims fought against Musailama in the famous Battle of Yamamah. In this battle, the Muslim army, led by Khalid bin Waleed (RA), defeated him, and Musailama was killed, ending his false movement.
The story of Musailama al-Kazzab serves as a reminder in Islamic history about the dangers of false prophets and the importance of upholding the true message of Islam. His title, &ldquo;The Liar,&rdquo; became a permanent mark of his falsehood and deception.
Key Facts:
 


Musailama claimed to be a prophet during the lifetime of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.


He lived in Yamamah (central Arabia).


The Prophet ﷺ gave him the title &ldquo;Al-Kazzāb&rdquo; (The Liar).


He attempted to copy Qur&rsquo;anic verses but failed.


He was killed in the Battle of Yamamah during the caliphate of Abu Bakr (RA).


His story warns against false prophets and deviation from Islam.

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