Subtitle Forum: Which Prophet Announced the Coming of Prophet Muhammad
The Qur'an mentions that prophets before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) have foretold of his coming. But which prophets did this?
Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him)
Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) is thought to be the first prophet to mention the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). In the Qur'an, Allah says:
“And when Abraham prayed: ‘My Lord, make this a city of peace and provide its people with fruits - such of them as believe in Allah and the Last Day’” (2:126).
This prayer of Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) was for the city of Makkah, which would eventually become the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Prophet Moses (peace be upon him)
The Qur'an also mentions that Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) also foretold the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). In the Qur'an, Allah says:
“And We gave Moses the Book, so be not in doubt concerning the (Message) you receive, and We ordained for him in the Tablets admonition of all things, and explanation of all things” (7:145).
This verse is interpreted by scholars to mean that Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) was foretelling the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him)
Similarly, the Qur'an mentions that Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) also foretold the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). In the Qur'an, Allah says:
“And (Jesus) shall be a Sign (for the coming of) the Hour (of Judgment): therefore have no doubt about the (Hour), but follow ye Me: this is a Straight Way” (43:61).
This verse is interpreted by scholars to mean that Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) was foretelling the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is clear that prophets before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) have foretold of his coming. Specifically, these prophets include Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him), Prophet Moses (peace be upon him), and Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him).