Risaalah (Prophethood)
The Holy Qur’aan says: “...and there is not a nation but a warner has passed among them.”
Also: “...and for every folk a guide.”
Q. Did prophets come to India, China, and this land as well?
It is proven by the Qur’aan that Allah sent warners and guides to every nation. So prophets must have come to all parts of the world including India, China and all other regions.
Q. Can we say Hindu leaders like Krishanji or Ram Chandarji were prophets?
No. Prophethood is a special status given by Allah. Unless the Shari’ah proves someone is a prophet, we cannot say it with certainty.
Q. What beliefs should we have about Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)?
- He was a human and Allah’s servant.
- Superior to all creation except Allah.
- Innocent of all sins.
- Received Qur’aan from Allah.
- Went on Mi’raaj and saw Heaven and Hell.
- Performed miracles through Allah’s will.
- Was extremely pious and moral.
- Given knowledge of many past and future events.
- He is the last prophet — Khaatim-un-Nabiyyeen.
- Prophet of all humans and jinn.
- Will intercede for sinners on the Day of Judgment.
- His commands must be obeyed.
Q. What does 'innocent' mean?
It means the Prophet ﷺ committed no sins — big or small — knowingly or unknowingly.
Q. Was Mi’raaj bodily or a dream?
The Mi’raaj was physical — done with the blessed body. Other Mi’raaj experiences happened in dreams, but the dreams of prophets are always true.
Q. What is Shafaa’ah (intercession)?
On the Day of Judgment, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ will request Allah to forgive sinners. Others (prophets, awliyaa, martyrs) may also intercede — but only with Allah’s permission.
Q. What sins will be pardoned through intercession?
All sins except **Kufr** and **Shirk**. Major sinners will especially need intercession.