The Blessed Honour of Meeting Allah Almighty: The Exalted Status of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Prophet Muhammad (Sallal Laahu Alaieh Wa Sallam) holds an exceptionally honoured position among the Prophets of Allah Almighty. Allah Almighty bestowed unique blessings and distinctions upon His Prophets, including the special friendship granted to Hazrat Ibraheem (Alaihis Salaam) and the honour of speaking granted to Hazrat Moosa (Alaihis Salaam). The beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was also granted extraordinary honours, including the miraculous journey of Al-Isra wal-Mi'raj.
A narration recorded in Tarikh Dimashq al-Kabir describes a special address concerning the distinctions bestowed upon these noble Prophets.
The narration states:
“My Glorious Lord said to me, 'I gave My friendship to (Prophet) Ibraheem, and spoke to (Prophet) Moosa, and O Muhammad! I blessed you with My Meeting (where you saw My Divine Being without any obstacles).'”
Reference:
Tarikh Dimashq al-Kabir (Dar al-Ihya, Beirut), Vol. 3, Page 296.
This narration is cited in discussions of the exalted status of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. When sharing such reports, it is important to distinguish the wording of a narrated report from what is established through authentic and widely accepted Islamic sources.
The Honour of Hazrat Ibraheem and Hazrat Moosa عليهما السلام
Allah Almighty honoured Hazrat Ibraheem (Alaihis Salaam) with a special friendship. The Holy Qur'an refers to this distinction:
“And Allah took Ibraheem as a close friend.”
— Surah An-Nisa, 4:125
Hazrat Moosa (Alaihis Salaam) was also granted the honour of Allah Almighty speaking to him. The Qur'an states:
“And Allah spoke to Moosa directly.”
— Surah An-Nisa, 4:164
These verses demonstrate that Allah Almighty bestowed special distinctions upon His noble Prophets. Each Prophet fulfilled his divinely appointed mission with faithfulness and devotion.
The Miraculous Journey of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
One of the greatest miracles associated with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is Al-Isra wal-Mi'raj, the miraculous night journey and ascension. During this extraordinary event, Allah Almighty granted His beloved Messenger ﷺ special honours and signs.
The Holy Qur'an begins its account of the Night Journey with these words:
“Glory be to Him Who took His servant by night from Al-Masjid al-Haram to Al-Masjid al-Aqsa.”
— Surah Al-Isra, 17:1
The event of Mi'raj occupies a deeply cherished place in Islamic belief and devotional literature. It reminds Muslims of the miraculous honours bestowed upon the beloved Prophet ﷺ by Allah Almighty.
However, the precise claim that the Prophet ﷺ saw Allah's Divine Being without any veil is a matter discussed differently by Islamic scholars. Therefore, this particular detail should not be presented as an undisputed belief shared by all Muslims.
Loving and Following the Beloved Prophet ﷺ
The best way to honour Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is to follow his Sunnah, practise his teachings, uphold good character, and maintain sincere devotion to Allah Almighty.
Muslims should learn about the lives of all the Prophets, respect their distinguished positions, and recognise the special blessings Allah Almighty granted to each of them. Reciting Durood Shareef and studying the Seerah of the beloved Prophet ﷺ are also ways to deepen one's love and appreciation for him.
Conclusion
The narration cited from Tarikh Dimashq al-Kabir discusses the special honours associated with Hazrat Ibraheem, Hazrat Moosa, and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The Qur'an independently confirms the friendship of Hazrat Ibraheem with Allah Almighty, Allah's direct speech to Hazrat Moosa, and the miraculous Night Journey of the beloved Prophet ﷺ.
May Allah Almighty increase our love for His beloved Messenger ﷺ, grant us beneficial knowledge, and enable us to follow the teachings of Islam with sincerity. Aameen.
Sallal Laahu Alaieh Wa Sallam ﷺ
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