An Example of Noble Character

MERCY TO THE WORLDS his birth and death occurred at precisely suitable moments. On the one hand, the 33-year cycle was completing; on the other, his lifespan naturally brought him to a time and situation where he could implement this reform without causing social upheaval. Clearly, the timing of his birth and death reflects the workings of a higher Creator who governs the system of creation. Had this synchronization between his life and external circumstances not occurred, he could not have fulfilled his mission with such precision. This event exemplifies the Quranic principle: “God knows best where to place His message” (6:124). Part of the mission of the Prophet of Islam was to reform the annual pilgrimage by restoring it from the solar calendar back to the lunar calendar, all without disrupting established traditions. Such a task was beyond the capacity of any ordinary human with a limited lifespan. To achieve this kind of revolutionary change, it was necessary for the reformer to be born at a time when the broader cosmic system would align perfectly with his lifetime. Only God, the Lord of the universe, could arrange such timing. The alignment of these cosmic conditions with the Prophet’s life proves that he was indeed sent by God. 6. From a purely ideological standpoint, all revolutions in history have ultimately failed. None have succeeded in establishing a system that fully reflected their ideological ideals. In reality, most revolutions have only resulted in changing the individuals or groups in power. Though they often begin by promoting appealing ideals, once power is