The Quran—The Miracle Given to the Prophet

THE QURAN—THE MIRACLE GIVEN TO THE PROPHET E very Prophet is given a miracle—a sign. The miracle of the Prophet of Islam is the Quran. The prophethood of Muhammad 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 Quran 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 Quran stated clearly that such miracles would not be forthcoming.173 The Quran 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 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 guided them, one and all. Do not be one of the ignorants.174 Instead, the revealed Book of God was made into Prophet’s miracle: They ask: “Why has his Lord given no sign to him?” Say: “Signs are in the hands of God. My mission is only to give plain warning.” Is it not enough for them that We have revealed to you the