# Muhammad — The Columbiad character guide

> Muhammad in The Columbiad by Joel Barlow.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0004-book-i

## Who they are

The prophet of Islam, referenced as a historical and religious leader in the epic's scope.

## Relationships

### [Manco Capac](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_columbiad_se/characters/manco_capac)

_psychological_

Manco Capac is compared to Muhammad as a religious and political founder, drawing a parallel between Inca and Islamic traditions.

## Links

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