English book · THE RELIGION OF HUMANITY: Islam’s Ethical and Spiritual Outlook

An Example of Noble Character

English book, p. 361

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

MERCY TO THE WORLDS (6:124). This verse implies that God is fully aware of the right person, time, and place for His prophethood, and accordingly, He appointed His Prophet. When Prophet Abraham prayed during the construction of the Kaaba, he asked God to raise a prophet from among the descendants of Ishmael (2:129). Approximately 2,500 years later, Muhammad ibn Abdullah ibn Abdul Muttalib was born in Makkah. A thorough study reveals that this appointment of prophethood occurred at an exceptionally suitable historical moment. From the entire lineage of Ishmael, the individual most fitting for this role was chosen. He was born in the land most appropriate for this mission, and his emergence coincided with a time when all favourable conditions remarkably converged. The monumental achievement accomplished by the Prophet of Islam is indeed astonishing. However, even more remarkable is the convergence of various favourable factors that aligned precisely during his lifetime. This extraordinary historical alignment serves as both evidence of monotheism and proof of prophethood. It demonstrates that behind this world exists a supreme intellect and a willful entity. Moreover, it indicates that this very entity appointed Muhammad of Arabia as a prophet at the most suitable historical time and geographical location. Only a supreme and exalted God could orchestrate such an event. To achieve any significant accomplishment or instigate a revolutionary change, three elements are absolutely crucial: a visionary leader, a suitable environment, and

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