Why Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) did not do Miracles like the Previous Prophets? – Dr Zakir Naik

Summary

The speaker addresses a misconception about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) not performing miracles, clarifying that the Prophet did perform miracles, such as splitting the moon, as mentioned in the Quran. However, Muslims do not emphasize these miracles since the Quran itself is the ultimate and timeless miracle. The speaker explains that while previous prophets' miracles cannot be scientifically proven today, the Quran continues to stand the test of time, particularly in the modern age of science and technology. The Quran's linguistic excellence and alignment with scientific facts make it a miracle for all ages.

Takeaways

• 🕌 Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did perform miracles, contrary to the claim that he did not.
• 🌙 One of the significant miracles of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was splitting the moon, mentioned in the Quran.
• 📜 Muslims do not boast about miracles because the Quran was revealed in an era where miraculous signs were not the primary focus.
• 🔬 The miracles of previous prophets, such as Moses splitting the sea or Jesus giving life to the dead, cannot be scientifically proven today.
• 📚 The Quran is considered the greatest miracle given to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as it is the word of God and remains relevant across all ages.
• 📖 During the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the Quran’s linguistic and poetic excellence proved its divine origin to the Arabs, who valued literature.
• 💡 The Quran can be tested even today, especially in the era of science and technology, without contradicting established scientific facts.
• 📘 The Quran is not a book of science but a book of signs (ayat), with over 6,000 signs, including more than 1,000 related to science.
• 🌟 Unlike previous miracles, which are time-bound, the Quran stands the test of time and can be proven as divine both in the past and in modern times.
• 📚 Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was unlettered, which further validates the Quran’s divine authorship since he could not have written it himself.

Q & A

Why is it incorrect to say that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not perform any miracles?

It is incorrect because Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did perform miracles. For example, he split the moon, which is mentioned in the Quran, and there are many other miracles documented, including speaking to animals and trees shading him.

What is one example of a miracle performed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned in the Quran?

One example is the splitting of the moon, which is referenced in the Quran under the event known as 'Shakhtar Kamar.'

Why do Muslims not heavily emphasize the miracles of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Muslims do not emphasize the miracles because, at the time when the Quran was revealed, it was not the age of miracles but the age of knowledge and reasoning. Muslims focus more on the miracle of the Quran itself.

Can the miracles performed by previous prophets be proven scientifically today?

No, miracles such as Prophet Musa (Moses) splitting the sea or Prophet Isa (Jesus) giving life to the dead cannot be scientifically proven today.

Why is the Quran considered the greatest miracle given to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

The Quran is considered the greatest miracle because it is timeless and can be tested through science, literature, and logic, proving its divine origin across different ages.

How did the pagan Arabs react to the Quran when it was first revealed?

The pagan Arabs, who were skilled in poetry and language, immediately recognized that the Quran's verses were beyond human capability and accepted that it was from God.

Why is the Quran relevant in the modern age of science and technology?

The Quran is relevant because it contains over a thousand verses related to science, and none of its statements contradict established scientific facts, which allows it to be tested and understood even in modern times.

What does the Quran say about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) being unlettered, and why is this significant?

The Quran mentions in Surah Al-Ankabut (29:48) that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was unlettered, meaning he could not read or write. This is significant because it proves that he could not have authored the Quran himself, ensuring its divine origin.

How does the Quran differ from other religious texts in terms of scientific accuracy?

Unlike other religious texts, the Quran passes the test of modern science, as none of its verses contradict established scientific knowledge. Other scriptures tend to fail this test.

Why is the Quran referred to as the 'miracle of miracles'?

The Quran is called the 'miracle of miracles' because it transcends the miracles of previous prophets by being an eternal source of guidance, both in its literary beauty and scientific accuracy, and it remains relevant across all ages.

Outlines

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🌙 Miracles of Prophet Muhammad

This paragraph addresses a common misconception that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) did not perform miracles like previous prophets. The speaker explains that the Prophet did perform numerous miracles, such as splitting the moon, communicating with animals, and being shaded by a tree during the call of nature. Although these miracles are documented, Muslims do not heavily emphasize them because the Qur'an was revealed in an era focused on literature and poetry rather than miraculous signs. Unlike miracles from earlier prophets, which cannot be scientifically proven today, the Qur'an is considered the 'miracle of miracles' that can be verified across different ages.

📜 The Qur'an: A Timeless Miracle

The paragraph emphasizes that the Qur'an stands out as a unique miracle because it is timeless and continues to prove itself in every era. When it was revealed, it was during the age of literature and poetry, and its eloquence and unmatched style convinced many of its divine origin. Today, it aligns with science and technology, with over a thousand verses in the Qur'an corresponding to modern scientific understanding. The Qur'an is not just a book of science but a book of signs, with more than six thousand verses guiding humanity. It is described as the only religious scripture that passes scientific scrutiny, unlike other religious texts.

📝 The Prophet and the Qur'an: A Perfect Union

This section highlights that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was unlettered, unable to read or write, making it impossible for him to have authored the Qur'an. This fact serves to protect against allegations that he fabricated the Qur'an. The Qur'an itself mentions in Surah Al-Ankabut (29:48) that the book was given to an unlettered prophet to prevent any claims that he wrote it himself. This underscores the miraculous nature of the Qur'an as the word of God, validated by the Prophet's inability to write, further enhancing its authenticity and credibility. The speaker concludes by reiterating that the Qur'an remains the greatest miracle given to Prophet Muhammad, proving its divine origin for eternity.

Keywords

💡Miracles

Miracles are supernatural events or actions that defy natural laws, often attributed to divine intervention. In the video, the speaker discusses the miracles performed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), such as splitting the moon. The concept of miracles is central to the message, showing that the Prophet did indeed perform miracles, but Muslims do not focus on these as proof of his prophethood.

💡Prophet Muhammad

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the final prophet in Islam, believed to be the recipient of God's final revelation, the Quran. The speaker emphasizes that while he performed miracles like previous prophets, his greatest miracle is the Quran itself, which stands as evidence of his prophethood for all ages.

💡Quran

The Quran is the holy book of Islam, regarded as the word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The video asserts that the Quran is the 'miracle of miracles' that remains relevant and proves itself across different ages, particularly in the modern age of science and technology.

💡Splitting the Moon

This refers to one of the miracles attributed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), where he is said to have split the moon in two. The speaker mentions this as an example of the Prophet’s miracles, but also notes that while there are indications of fissures on the moon, it cannot be scientifically proven today.

💡Signs (Ayats)

In the Quran, 'signs' (ayats) refer to verses or events that serve as evidence of God’s existence and power. The speaker notes that the Quran contains over 6,000 signs, many of which speak about science, reinforcing the idea that the Quran is a timeless miracle compatible with modern knowledge.

💡Science and Technology

The speaker contrasts previous ages, which were defined by miracles, with the modern age of science and technology. He argues that the Quran is the only religious text that aligns with modern scientific discoveries, further reinforcing its status as a miracle in today's world.

💡Unlettered Prophet

The speaker emphasizes that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was 'unlettered,' meaning he could not read or write. This fact is highlighted in the Quran as proof that he could not have authored the Quran himself, further solidifying its divine origin.

💡Previous Prophets

The speaker mentions earlier prophets such as Moses (Musa) and Jesus (Isa) who performed miracles, like splitting the sea or giving life to the dead. However, the speaker points out that these miracles cannot be scientifically proven today, unlike the enduring miracle of the Quran.

💡Literature and Poetry

The speaker discusses how, during the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the Arabs were highly skilled in literature and poetry. The Quran, with its unmatched linguistic beauty, was immediately recognized by the Arabs as something beyond human capability, thus establishing its miraculous nature during that era.

💡Word of God

The Quran is referred to as the 'Word of God,' meaning it is believed to be the literal message of Allah, transmitted through Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The speaker underscores that the Quran's divine origin is demonstrated through its timeless relevance and scientific accuracy, proving its miraculous nature across all ages.

Highlights

The belief that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not perform miracles is incorrect; several miracles are mentioned, such as the splitting of the moon.

The Quran mentions the splitting of the moon (Shaqq al-Qamar), which is supported by scientific findings that the moon has fissures.

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) performed various miracles, including communicating with animals and being shaded by a tree.

Muslims do not boast about these miracles because they belonged to the age of miracles, which is now over.

Miracles from earlier prophets, like Moses splitting the sea or Jesus raising the dead, cannot be scientifically proven today.

The true miracle of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the Quran, which remains a timeless and provable miracle even today.

The Quran was revealed during an age when literature and poetry were at their peak, and its unmatched linguistic quality convinced many to accept Islam.

Today’s era is characterized by science and technology, and the Quran stands the test of scientific scrutiny.

Though the Quran is not a book of science (S-C-I-E-N-C-E), it is a book of signs (S-I-G-N-S) with over a thousand verses speaking about scientific concepts.

The Quran is the only religious book that passes the test of compatibility with modern science.

The Quran was given to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), an unlettered person, which ensures that no one can claim he authored it.

Allah ensured that the Prophet was unlettered so that even critics could not accuse him of writing the Quran himself.

The Quran remains the greatest miracle of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), valid from the time of revelation until eternity.

Every era has its unique challenges, and the Quran continues to prove itself as the word of God in all ages.

Surah Al-Ankabut (29:48) mentions that the Prophet was unlettered, emphasizing that the Quran’s miraculous nature cannot be attributed to human effort.

Transcripts

there's another question that came on

the facebook just now

from sheikh khan why prophet muhammad

peace be upon him did not do miracles

like the previous prophets

to say that prophet muhammad peace be

upon him did not do miracles is totally

wrong

there are various miracles that the

prophet did for example the prophet

he split the moon it is mentioned in the

quran

and even scientifically today if you do

research you come to know that the moon

has got fissure they don't know what the

reason is

but since the quran says about shakhtar

kamar that the prophet split the moon

there's a book written which talks about

the miracles

of the prophet and there are a couple of

hundred miracles mentioned in that

that the prophet spoke to animals

the tree came and shaded the prophet

when you're going for the call of nature

there are various miracles but but

we muslims don't boast of these miracles

the reason we muslims do not boast of

these miracles because

at the time when the quran was revealed

it was not the age of miraculous

previously about the age of americans at

the time of musa at the time

and there are many miracles which are

mentioned in the quran even the

prophetic miracles

but all the miracles that were done by

the earlier prophets you cannot prove it

now

for example musa islam is pretty see if

mentioned in the quran muslims believe

in it

can we prove it logically scientifically

did musa islam split the sea

we cannot isa ala salaam gave life to

the dead

it's mentioned the bible is mentioned in

the quran can i prove it today he gave

life to the dead

without doubt no prophet split the moon

can i prove hundred percent

scientifically no i can give okay there

are indications

that there is a fissure in the moon it

may be bigger but no

so the miracles are things which science

cannot justify

at that time so what was the miracle

that time may not be a miracle today

what we have to analyze today the

miracle of the miracle

given to the prophet muhammad was the

glorious quran

quran is the miracle of miracles

which can prove itself at that time

can even prove today and if we analyze

quran

has proved itself with the word of god

in all the ages when it was revealed

it was the age of literature and poetry

previously age of miracles quran is a

miracle of americans

when the quran was revealed it was not

the age of america it was the age of

literature and poetry the non-muslim

the pagan arabs at that time arabic was

at its pinnacle

the moment they heard the verses of the

quran

they realized this cannot be from any

human being the way it is

the words it has to be from god

and they accepted islam today is not the

age of literature and poetry

if i say in a very poetic fashion the

world is flat will a modern man believe

the answer is no

today's age of science and technology

today if we test

the quran with science and technology

you can

easily be satisfied that there is not a

single verse in the quran

which is against established science and

though the quran is not a book of

science s-c-i-e-n-c

it's the book of signs s-i-g-n-s it's a

book of ayats

and there are more than six thousand

signs six thousand irs in the glorious

quran

out of which more than a thousand speak

about sans

and i've given a talk on quran and

modern science compatible or

incompatible

if you put the test of science to the

quran quran is the only religious book

on the face of this who passes the test

all the other scriptures they will fail

the test

and later on there may be another age we

don't know what age it will be

so alhamdulillah almighty allah

gave the miracle of miracles to prophet

muhammed

and allah says in the quran in surah and

kabut chapter 29 verse number 48

that we gave the book to a person who's

unlettered

the prophet was unlettered he could not

read or write

so that even the blabbers of vanity

would not object

that means this quran no one can say

that the prophet is authored he sought

to it that the last

and final messenger was unlettered

so that no one could lay an allegation

the prophet wrote the quran

knows bella even the most intelligent

man cannot write

but even that smallest excuse hardly big

enough

to hang a fly allah did not give them so

that's the reason alhamdulillah the

greatest miracle actually was given to

the prophet that is the quran

which can not only be proof that time it

can be proof today

and will be able to be proved to be the

word of god to eternity inshallah