followed his path to expand his call all around the world.
Anwar:What are the features that distinguish this call?
Hasan:If we look closely, we can find many Verses from the Noble Quran clearly describing this call:
(Say: O mankind! Lo! I am the Messenger of Allah to you all)7;158.
This Holy Verse refers to the universality of this call; it is not limited to a certain place or a certain race at a certain time. This call is also a grace to humanity as it is evidently stated in this following Holy Verse:
(We sent thee not save as mercy for the people)21;107.
If we take this Holy Verse, for instance:
(Mohammad is not the father of any man among you, but he is the Messenger of Allah and the Seal of the Prophets; and Allah is Aware of all things)33;40.
We can clearly see that this Message is the Seal of all Messages, that the Prophet (PBUH) is the Seal of all Prophets and that his Book is the Seal of all Books.
Anwar:Did this call appeared unexpectedly or was the
way paved for it first?
Hasan:Of course, the way first was paved for this call through the news delivered by the preceding Prophets such as Prophet Moses (PBUH) and Jesus Christ (PBUH). This is well presented in these two Holy Verses from the Noble Quran:
(Those who follow the Messenger, the Prophet who can neither read nor write, whom they will find described in the Torah and the Gospel…)7;157.
(And when Jesus son of Mary said; O Children of Isreal! Lo! I am the Messenger of Allah unto you, confirming that which was revealed before me in the Torah, and bringing good tidings of a messenger who cometh after me, whose name is the Praise One. Yet when be hath come unto them with clear proofs, they say: This is mere magic)61;6.
Anwar:Are there any more features to this call?
Hasan:Yes, it does have more distinguishing features:
First of all, it is a complementary call to all the previous celestial calls and laws as it is evident in these words of the Most Gracious Allah:
(And when there cometh unto them a Scripture from Allah, confirming that in their possession though before that they were asking for a signal triumph over those who disbelieved and when there cometh unto them that which they know to be the Truth they disbelieve therein. The curse of Allah is on disbelievers)2;89.
Second of all, it is a call that guarantees happiness in this world and the afterworld for those who embrace it as it is obvious in this Holy Verse:
(Those who follow the Messenger, the Prophet who can neither read nor write, whom they will find described in the Torah and the Gospel which are with them. He will enjoin in them that which is right and forbid them that which is wrong. He will make lawful for them all good things and prohibit for them only the foul; and he will relieve them of their burden and the fetters that they used to wear. Then those who believe in him, and honor him and help him, and follow the light which is sent down with him: they are the successful)7;157.
Here, we conclude that this is a complete and
comprehensive call as it is far above myths, superstitions and illusions. It is entirely based on crystal clear facts and brilliant thoughts that drive injustice and darkness.
Anwar:Thank you very much indeed! Now that we know all the features related to this Islamic Call, can we move on to know something about the features and attributes of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) who carried and delivered this call?
Hasan:We will definitely talk about this next time, Inshallah. See you.
Symposium 38
Attributes of the Prophet of Islam (PBUH)
Anwar:Salam ‘Alaykom!
Hasan:‘Alaykom As-Salam Wa Rahmatollah Wa Barakatoh!
Anwar:You promised to…
Hasan:I know! I promised you to talk about the attributes of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH), and today I will fulfill my promise. My Dear Brother, other than the general attributes of the Prophets (PBUT) we mentioned earlier, there are additional attributes that distinguishes the Seal of the Prophets and the Messengers, Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
He is of such a high ranking compared to people and other Prophets that the Most Exalted Allah described him with these words in the Noble Quran:
(And lo! Thou art of a tremendous nature)68;4.
(Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah. And those with him are hard against the disbelievers and merciful among themselves. Thou seest them bowing and falling prostrate in worship, seeking bounty from Allah and His acceptance)48;29.
The Prophet (PBUH) himself says:“Six features distinguish me from other Prophets: I am given comprehensive knowledge, I am given victory with dread, I am given immaculate ground for worship, I am sent to all mankind and I am the Seal of the Prophets”.
Here are some of the attributes of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH), the model and example for all mankind, according to Islamic experts:
The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) was the most forbearing, the most courageous, the most even-handed and the most virtuous of all. He never laid a hand on a woman unless he had their tenderness, married to them
or had kinship that permits it. He was the most generous so much that no penny had stayed overnight with him. He did not return home until he had satisfied the needy. He used to mend his foot-wear, patch his garments and help with house-work like chopping the meat with female members of the family (Harem).
Moreover, he was the most modest. He did not look sharply at a person. He answered the requests from both the free and the slave. He accepted any gifts even it was a drink of yogurt and he rewarded them for that. He would not accept any alms. He would only get angry for the sake of Allah and not to satisfy himself.
He attended funerals. He walked among his enemies unguarded. He was the most humble. He was the most eloquent. He was of the most beautiful nature. Nothing of earthly nature would attract him or scare him.
He used to tie a rock on his stomach out of hunger. He would eat anything he was offered and would not refuse any kind of food as far as it was Halal. He would wear any available clothing and ride any riding animal such as horses, camels, mules and donkeys, as he also used to go on foot. He would prefer to sit with the poor and
feed them. He also preferred to sit with scholars and righteous people. He always kept in touch with the relatives and friends.
He accepted any form of apologies. He used to banter with people but would not laugh loudly. He never cursed a person. He never chastised evil with evil. He would preferably forgive. He would greet first and shake hands first. He would always utter the Lord's name when sitting down or standing up.
He would mostly sit with his legs raised and put his hands around them so he would not be noticed among his followers. He would mostly sit towards the Qiblah. He used to be always generous to whoever turns to him so much that he spread his garment for a stranger and strongly offered him his sitting pillow.
He was hard to irritate but easy to please; he was very merciful and kind to everyone. He was the most eloquent yet very brief. He used to keep silent unless it was necessary to speak.
He would always prefer to eat with people around and from one same plate; He would not eat hot food and