Muhammad a Prophet For all Humanity
15. The Qur’an—The Prophet’s Miracle
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15. THE QUR’AN—THE PROPHET’S
MIRACLE
Every Prophet is given a miracle—a sign. The
miracle of the Prophet of Islam is the Qur’an. The
prophethood of Muhammad, on whom be peace,
was to be valid until the Last Day. It was
imperative, therefore, that his miracle also be one,
which would last for all time. The Qur’an was,
therefore, assigned to the Prophet as his everlasting
miracle.
The Prophet’s opponents demanded miracles, such
as those performed by previous prophets, but the
Qur’an stated clearly that such miracles would not
be forthcoming.
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The Qur’an even had this to say to
the Prophet:
If you find their aversion hard to bear (and
would like to show them a miracle), seek if
you can a burrow in the earth or a ladder to
the sky by which you may bring them a sign.
Had God pleased, He would have given them
guidance, one and all. Do not be one of the
ignorants.
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