How many sons and daughters did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have?

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had a total of 7 children: 3 sons and 4 daughters. His sons were Qasim, Abdullah (also known as Tayyib or Tahir), and Ibrahim (RA). Unfortunately, all of his sons passed away in infancy or early childhood, which was a source of great personal grief for the Prophet (PBUH). His daughters were Zainab, Ruqayyah, Umm Kulthum, and Fatimah (RA), all of whom grew up to play significant roles in the early Muslim community.

The daughters of the Prophet (PBUH) were highly respected in society and were known for their piety, generosity, and support of Islam. Fatimah (RA), the youngest daughter, is particularly notable for her marriage to Hazrat Ali (RA) and her pivotal role in Islamic history as the mother of the Prophet’s grandsons, Hasan and Husayn (RA), who continued his spiritual legacy. The Prophet’s (PBUH) relationships with his children demonstrate his compassion, humility, and devotion to family life, serving as a model for all Muslims.

The sons, Qasim, Abdullah, and Ibrahim (RA), are remembered for their brief lives and the Prophet’s (PBUH) patience and trust in Allah’s will during their early passing. Their memory is honored in Islamic teachings, emphasizing the Prophet’s human experience of loss and his reliance on divine wisdom.