Muslim teachers take various approaches to dealing with Christmas. Regardless of what way is chosen, this is still an ideal time to discuss with your class the personality of this great Prophet and Messenger of God.
Faith in the face of difficulties and seeking and supporting the Truth: these are characteristics of both groups of Ansar. These committed individuals took a stand to support of One Message-the Oneness of God and obedience to Him.
Amongst the 25 Prophets mentioned by God in the Quran, one name is Prophet John (peace be upon him). In Arabic, his name is Yahya. He is also a Prophet who figures prominently in Christianity, where he is known as John the Baptist.