Arguments from the Quran

INTERPRETATION OF THE ISLAMIC MISSION a struggle for the propagation of Islam; it was the manifestation of a divine decree against the rejecters of the Prophethood, which is articulated in the Quran using terms such as “the command of Allah,” “the decree of Allah,” “the promise of Allah,” etc. This aims to establish the truth and eliminate falsehood. Essentially, it was not an attempt to impose Islamic principles but rather a punishment for denying those principles, carried out in a specific way by the Owner of the heavens and the earth. This punishment is inevitably due to anyone who refuses to accept God’s guidance. The only difference is that ordinary humans will face this punishment in the Hereafter, while the direct audience of the Messenger experiences it both in this world and in the Hereafter: “And most surely We will make them taste a lesser punishment before the greater punishment.” (Quran, 32:21) It is true that the implementation of this divine decree brought about several benefits for Islam, including its propagation and expansion. However, these were just some of its additional outcomes, as every event has multiple consequences and effects. As far as the fundamental nature of the command is concerned, it remains as stated above. If this aspect of its nature is not considered, it is certain that severe misunderstandings will arise regarding it.