Manifestation of Prophethood in the Present Day and Age

eternity—the basics of monotheistic religion—has become academically untenable. For the first time in known history, the inherent limitations in the scope of human knowledge have been conclusively established. Scientific research into the universe’s mysteries has shown us one truth with staggering clarity: it lies beyond our limited intellect’s powers to encompass the world of realities. This discovery is significant from an Islamic point of view, for it highlights the need for prophethood. On the one hand, we have scientists desperately anxious to understand the ultimate reality. On the other hand, we have those incapable of doing so due to built-in limitations. As a result, there is a vacuum in our spiritual makeup which only divine guidance, or prophethood, can fill. In acknowledging our intellectual limitations, science points, on a purely academic level, to the need for revelation. There is nothing else that can make up for what humanity lacks. In ancient times, people were not generally allowed freedom of expression. The primary reason for this was the veneration in which monarchs and leading personalities were held. People who, for some reason, reached an elevated position in society used to be considered sacred and blessed. Their opinions were respected far above those of others. The inordinate awe in which they were held gave them the ability to force others to comply with their wishes. The monotheistic revolution of Islam laid waste to this myth of human greatness, putting all human beings on a level at par with each other. As a result, a