Prophet Musa is mentioned in the Quran more than any other Prophet. His story is full of moments children remember.
Five nights, five parts
| Night | Part | Lesson |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baby Musa’s mother puts him in a basket on the river, trusting Allah (Quran 28:7) | Trust Allah when you are scared |
| 2 | He grows up in Pharaoh’s palace, and Allah returns him to his mother to feed him | Allah keeps His promises |
| 3 | At the fire on the mountain, Allah speaks to Musa and gives him signs: his staff and his hand | Allah chooses and helps His messengers |
| 4 | Musa goes to Pharaoh with his brother Harun and calls him to Allah | Be brave and speak the truth, politely |
| 5 | With Pharaoh’s army behind, Musa says “My Lord is with me” and the sea splits (Quran 26:61–63) | When it looks impossible, Allah opens a way |
Musa’s dua
Before facing Pharaoh, Musa asked Allah to help him speak (Quran 20:25–28):
رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِّن لِّسَانِي يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي
Children can say it before a test, a presentation or a Quran lesson.
Questions to ask after each part
- How do you think Musa’s mother felt?
- What would you have said to Pharaoh?
- What did Musa say when the sea was in front of him?
Keep it respectful
No drawings or toys of Prophets. Children can draw the river, the basket or the sea instead.
Teacher’s tip: tell part 5 just before an exam or a hard day, with the words “My Lord is with me.” Children carry that line for years.
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