How the Quran corrects the Prophet
The Quran’s candid corrections of Prophet Muhammad, the eclipse incident, and its claimed scientific correspondences demonstrate the Quran’s divine origin and Muhammad’s true prophethood.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Recaps the Quran’s miraculous nature and introduces Allah’s reproach of Prophet Muhammad as evidence of revelation.
- Explains the correction involving Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum and the surah beginning with the Prophet frowning and turning away.
- Presents further Quranic corrections in Surah al-Nisa, al-Ahzab, al-Anfal, and al-Tawbah.
- Describes the solar eclipse after Ibrahim’s death and Muhammad’s refusal to use it to glorify himself.
- Argues that Quranic descriptions of nature anticipate modern scientific discoveries, citing Maurice Bucaille’s comparative work.
- Concludes with reminders about fearing Allah, accountability for deeds, prayer, and supplication.
In the khateeb's words
“Have you ever seen someone? Have you ever seen Arthur? He created or he wrote his book and he blamed himself in this book? That's impossible.”
“The sun and the sun and the moon are signs among the signs of Allah.”
“It doesn't eclipse for death or life of anyone. If you see something like that, pray and call Abdullah.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah explored reasons the khateeb gave for believing that Prophet Muhammad is a true messenger of Allah. He highlighted passages in the Qur’an that correct or remind the Prophet, presenting their inclusion as evidence that the message came from Allah. Through the stories of a blind man seeking knowledge and a wrongly accused Jewish neighbor, he brought attention to care for others and fairness. He also described how the Prophet corrected people who connected a solar eclipse to his son’s death, and he discussed Qur’anic descriptions of nature as further signs for reflection. Together, these examples give us a chance to talk about accepting correction, treating people fairly, and telling the truth even when a misunderstanding might benefit us.
- What helps you listen when someone points out a mistake?
- How could we notice someone who wants to learn but is being overlooked?
- What could you say if someone gave you credit for something you did not do?
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