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The encyclopedias published in the West approach the Muhammad's prophecy in a reductionist manner. However, his political side is always highlighted. Even, Muhammad is depicted as a genius. The main motivation behind this approach is his prophecy period in Madina and the institutionalization as a result of the religious preach there. The prophet's preach period is always considered with the external focal points. According to this approach, Muhammad, who sought political aims, did not deviate from his aims but he revised his agenda many times. His approach and practices regarding the Christianity and Judaism are considered as the reason for these revisions. These comments, which were made based on the religious and cultural attachment, define the Islam as a project and Muhammad as an opportunist, who made an effort for this purpose. This study is limited to the western encyclopedias’ approach to the madina period. It is observed that the encyclopedias emphasize Muhammad’s political side and leadership, and assert that he uses every means, particularly Islam, to support this approach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this article, Prophet's propaganda methods, techniques and practices have been examined. By 'Prophet's propaganda' is meant his effort and attempts on the introduction and the proclamation of Islamic doctrine to others and the efforts to influence and direct people for the benefit of Islam and Muslims within the framework of the Islamic thought and purposes. Psychological war to make chaos and deformity at the opposing party and counter propaganda methods and techniques having the aim of counteraction of the opponent propaganda and replacing it with the Islamic understanding are also included in this effort. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]