Prophethood and Miracles in Islam

Questions and Answers

What is the significance of كرامة in relation to the saints?

كرامة refers to the miraculous events that Allah manifests through His saints as a form of honor.

What does the phrase 'من عادى لي وليا، فقد آذنته بالحرب' imply?

This phrase implies that showing enmity towards Allah's saints results in Allah declaring war against the offender.

How was the miracle of Prophet Sulaiman (ع) demonstrated through Asif ibn Barqia?

Asif ibn Barqia brought the throne of Bilqis to Sulaiman (ع) before he could blink, showcasing his extraordinary abilities.

What actions can lead to apostasy (الردة) according to the content?

Actions leading to apostasy include denying the creator, the prophet ﷺ, or anything from the Qur'an, and prostrating to idols. Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of apostasy as described in the content?

Consequences include being labeled كافر, permanent damnation in hell, and deprivation of Islamic funerary rights. Signup and view all the answers

What is a miracle (معجزة) in the context of prophethood, and why is it significant?

A miracle is a supernatural power granted to prophets by Allah as evidence of their prophethood, serving as a sign of their divine mission. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the miracle performed by Prophet Ebrahim (ع) and its significance.

The miracle of Prophet Ebrahim (ع) was that he was thrown into fire by Namrood but emerged unscathed, signifying divine protection and the truth of his prophethood. Signup and view all the answers

What miracle did Prophet Moosa (ع) perform against the magicians of Fir’on, and what was the outcome?

Prophet Moosa (ع) threw down his stick, which became a large snake that swallowed the magicians' ropes and sticks, leading them to believe in Allah. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of a saint (الولي) in Islam and their relationship with Allah.

A saint is someone who knows Allah, fulfills their religious duties, and avoids sinful desires, receiving love and satisfaction from Allah, free from fear and grief. Signup and view all the answers

List two miracles attributed to Prophet Muhammed ﷺ and their significance.

Two miracles of Prophet Muhammed ﷺ are the splitting of the moon and the Isra’a and Mi’araj, which demonstrate his prophethood and divine support. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prophethood and Miracles

Claims of prophethood must be verified; some individuals claiming to be prophets are liars.
Miracle (معجزة): A supernatural power granted to prophets by Allah as proof of their prophethood.

Examples of Miracles

Prophet Ebrahim (ع): Survived being thrown into fire unharmed, with Allah commanding the fire to be cool and safe for him.
Prophet Moosa (ع): His staff turned into a snake, swallowing the tricks of the magicians of Fir’on, leading the magicians to believe in Allah.
Prophet Swalih (ع): Brought forth a she-camel from a rock as a sign for his people.
Prophet Esa (ع): Healed the blind, cured leprosy, and resurrected the dead with Allah’s permission.
Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ): Experienced significant miracles such as Isra’a and Mi’araj, the splitting of the moon, and water emerging from his fingers. The Holy Qur’an is considered his greatest and lasting miracle.

Saints and their Miracles

Saint (ولي): An individual who knows and serves Allah, avoiding personal desires, revered as servants of Allah.
Promise of safety and absence of grief for Allah's saints: "For saints of Allah, there is no fear nor shall they have grief."
Respect and belief in the miraculous events (كرامة) associated with saints is mandatory.
Divine displeasure towards those who oppose His saints: “If anyone shows enmity towards my saint, I declare war against him.”

Examples of Miracles of Saints

Prophet Sulaiman (ع): His companion Asif ibn Barqia brought the throne of Bilqis swiftly, showcasing miraculous capabilities.
Prophet Zakariyya (ع) and Mariyam (ع): Zakariyya found Mariyam abundantly supplied with food, illustrating Allah’s miraculous provisions without limits.

Apostasy (الردة)

Defined as a sane Muslim intentionally breaking faith through words, actions, or beliefs; considered the gravest form of disbelief.
Apostasy voids all previous good deeds and categorizes the apostate (مرتد) as a كافر, condemned to eternal punishment in hell.
Apostates cannot inherit or bequeath, and are denied Islamic funeral rites and burial in Muslim cemeteries.

Causes of Apostasy

Failing to affirm faith or expressing doubts about becoming a كافر.
Denial of the Creator, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), or any tenet of the Qur’an.
Prostrating to humans or idols.

Description

This quiz explores the concept of prophethood in Islam, focusing on the characteristics that define true prophets and their miracles. Learn about the miraculous events associated with prophets, such as Prophet Ebrahim's experience with fire, and understand their significance in affirming the truth of their prophethood.