سم الله الرحمن الرحيم
Bismillā hir Rahmā nir Rahīm
In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
As-Salāmu `Alaykum (السلام عليكم):
Akhi hariss:
Insha Allah this will provide some clarity to your questions.
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hariss
:sl:Brothers and Sisters, what is the best way to really love the Prophet Muhammed (saw) and relate to him ?
1. It is a condition of faith to love the Prophet Muhammad (SAWS)
Surah Ahzab 33:6
The Prophet is closer to the Believers than their own selves, and his wives are their mothers. Blood-relations among each other have closer personal ties, in the Decree of Allah. Than (the Brotherhood of) Believers and Muhajirs: nevertheless do ye what is just to your closest friends: such is the writing in the Decree (of Allah..
(Y. Ali translation)
Sahih Al Bukhari Volume 8, Book 80, Number 723:
Narrated Abu Huraira:
The Prophet said, "I am more closer to the believers than their own selves, so whoever (of them) dies while being in debt and leaves nothing for its repayment, then we are to pay his debts on his behalf and whoever (among the believers) dies leaving some property, then that property is for his heirs."
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hariss
:sl:This might be a bit tricky to understand but it comes down to this, the way i see it the Prophet Muhammed (saw) was chosen by Allah (swt) from the start and really 'he could not lose', i mean for a start Rasulallah (saw) could not be killed - Allah would not allow that to happen.
2. The Prophet Muhammad (SAWS) was a man that was inspired by Allah for the benefit of mankind. He died just like everyone will be called upon. The Sira (History) discusses the Jewess woman poisoning in a meal the Prophet (SAWS) ate. Allahu 'Alim
The Prophet offered his life as those companions he lead which you admire in battles and didn't on many the results were unknown to him.
The suffering Prophet Muhammad endured during the infancy of establishing Islam is documented in his Sira (History). I urge you to read it.
Surah Baqarah 2:214
Or do ye think that ye shall enter the Garden (of bliss) without such (trials) as came to those who passed away before you? they encountered suffering and adversity, and were so shaken in spirit that even the Messenger and those of faith who were with him cried: "When (will come) the help of Allah." Ah! Verily, the help of Allah is (always) near! (Y. Ali translation)
Volume 5, Book 59, Number 400:
Narrated Abu Huraira:
Allah's Apostle (pointing to his broken canine tooth) said, "Allah's Wrath has become severe on the people who harmed His Prophet. Allah's Wrath has become severe on the man who is killed by the Apostle of Allah in Allah's Cause."
Sahih Bukhari Volume 5, Book 59, Number 551:
Narrated Abu Huraira:
When Khaibar was conquered, a (cooked) sheep containing poison, was given as a present to Allah's Apostle
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hariss
:sl:Secondly Rasulallah (saw) was extraordinary in terms of his worship, his fasting, his mercy, his patience, his kindness etc. yes he was 'human' but Allah (swt) had purified and favored him in such a way that he is clearly far beyond what a normal person can achieve.
3. Prophet Muhammad (SAWS) report regarding he was no better than Ibrahim declaring we are more liable to be in doubt to Allah:
Sahih Bukhari Volume 4, Book 55, Number 591:
Narrated Abu Huraira:
Allah's Apostle said, "We are more liable to be in doubt than Abraham when he said, 'My Lord! Show me how You give life to the dead." . He (i.e. Allah) slid: 'Don't you believe then?' He (i.e. Abraham) said: "Yes, but (I ask) in order to be stronger in Faith." (2.260) And may Allah send His Mercy on Lot! He wished to have a powerful support. If I were to stay in prison for such a long time as Joseph did I would have accepted the offer (of freedom without insisting on having my guiltless less declared)."
Surah Ali Imran 3:144
Muhammad is no more than an apostle: many Were the apostle that passed away before him. If he died or were slain, will ye then Turn back on your heels? If any did turn back on his heels, not the least harm will he do to Allah. but Allah (on the other hand) will swiftly reward those who (serve Him) with gratitude. (Y. Ali translation)
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hariss
:sl:Thirdly, Rasulallah (saw) had the support of Angels, he had Malaikah at hand who could potentially level a entire city like Ta'if with one command, if he so desired, he had easy access to Gabriel (as) and conversed with him, he could raise his hands anytime and ask Allah (swt) and Allah would probably grant it.
4. Allah sends protection to who he wills not only Prophets:
Surah Ra'd 13:11
For each (such person) there are (angels) in succession, before and behind him: They guard him by command of Allah. Verily never will Allah change the condition of a people until they change it themselves (with their own souls). But when (once) Allah willeth a people's punishment, there can be no turning it back, nor will they find, besides Him, any to protect.
(Y. Ali translation)
Surah Qaf 50:17-18
50:17 (Y. Ali) Behold, two (guardian angels) appointed to learn (his doings) learn (and noted them), one sitting on the right and one on the left.
50:18 (Y. Ali) Not a word does he utter but there is a sentinel by him, ready (to note it).
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hariss
:sl:Fourthly, the Rasul (saw) had seen things which a normal human cannot ever see (until death). Such as the Isra wal'Miraj journey to the Heavens, he was shown visions of the future and his Ummah, he was shown the Prophets and the other supernatural worlds/dimensions such as the world of Angels, Jinns etc,
5. Allah has favored some Prophets and Messengers more than others:
Surah Baqarah 2:253
Those apostles We endowed with gifts, some above others: To one of them Allah spoke; others He raised to degrees (of honour); to Jesus the son of Mary We gave clear (Signs), and strengthened him with the holy spirit. If Allah had so willed, succeeding generations would not have fought among each other, after clear (Signs) had come to them, but they (chose) to wrangle, some believing and others rejecting. If Allah had so willed, they would not have fought each other; but Allah Fulfilleth His plan.
(Y. Ali translation)
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hariss
:sl:Fifth, Rasulallah (saw) was cut out for his role and it was planned from the beginning by Allah (swt) who in his wisdom had prepared the perfect time and scene for the Prophet, even his lineage going back to Ismael (as) and Abraheem (as) etc, the Companions and supporters of Rasulallah (saw) were handpicked and nourished in a special way by Allah (swt).
6. A required reading of the basics of Tawhid appears required. Research the Aqeedah for the qualities of Tawhid. Insha Allah
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hariss
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How to reconcile this with the fact that none shall have true faith until he loves Rasulallah (saw) more than their ownselves?
7. Allah is the only one who is able to increase faith (Iman) Pray that Allah grants you that increase in knowledge
Surah Ta Ha 20:114
High above all is Allah, the King, the Truth! Be not in haste with the Qur'an before its revelation to thee is completed, but say, "O my Lord! advance me in knowledge." (Y. Ali translation)
Alhamdulillah! Subhanallah! Allahu Akbar!