Muhammad The Great Exemplar — Page 35
35 THE POWER OF DIVINE REVELATION When reflecting on [the role of] a prophet as a recipient of revelation, the content of his divine message must be carefully considered. The grandeur and potency of this word is the barometer by which the eminence of these prophets is judged. All forms of revelation are only as robust as the scope of the message they bring. If it is accepted that the weaponry of the prophets is their revelation, the ammunition given to them must accord with the intrinsic purpose of their mission. If their task is to conquer a formidable enemy and secure magnificent victory, they require a heavy arsenal to succeed in their aims. It is curious how the world has not understood this simple principle and many foolish souls insist that apart from the Holy Qur’an no other miracle was given to the Holy Prophet sa ; implying that the Holy Qur’an is not a miracle in itself. Therefore, [they conclude,] if even this is not a miracle the Holy Prophet sa did not show any divine sign at all. However, this notion proceeds from ignorance and a lack of understanding. It is not true the Prophet sa was given no other divine sign [in his support] except for the Holy Qur’an. Every aspect of his life was a miracle and the abundant signs granted to him were unmatched by all the prophets combined. But even if we accept