The Prophet Muhammad A simple Guide to his Life
The Finality of Prophethood
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the truth, the desired peace would ensue. The most
important factor in bringing about a peaceful
society is rather the feeling of tolerance. A society
which nurtures tolerance will be one in which
tranquillity reigns, whereas a society without this
quality will be split by dissension.
History tells us that an atmosphere of conflict exists
equally in uni-religious and multi-religious
societies. For instance, the battle of the Mahabharat
took place between two groups of Hindus. The
Second World War took place between Christian
countries. In Afghanistan, a bloody war is taking
place between two groups of Muslims, and so on.
To put it briefly, the secret of social peace lies in
mutual respect and not in mutual recognition.
Thus this problem is not one of common belief but
rather of common respect-respecting the adherents
of all religions. This is the solution we have been
given to this problem in Islam.
Of the many verses in the Qur’an which relate to
this issue of the finality of prophethood, the
following is of particular significance:
