Final Illness of the Prophet

The Prophet ﷺ fell severely ill with fever, beginning at the house of his wife Maymunah. He asked permission from his wives to be nursed in Aisha's room, which they granted. His fever was so intense that a companion touching his hand could feel the heat through a cloth. He continued to lead prayers when able, and when too weak, appointed Abu Bakr to lead in his place. He spent his final days giving the community its last instructions and freeing his slaves.