Could the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) Read and Write?
Apr 30, 2023
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QUESTION
The Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) is considered 'Ummi.’
Is this a reference that he (Allah bless him and give him peace) categorically could not read and write or is it instead a reference that he was untaught by man?
There are some circles that deny the former position outright and advocate the latter meaning of 'Ummi' as the only orthodox view.
ANSWER
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