The Language of Description and Attribute
In language, an attribute is the description by which something is known, such as knowledge and beauty. It refers to what accompanies the described and follows it, where it can be seen or felt if it belongs to the category of creatures. Something that cannot be perceived by the senses cannot be described. Therefore, God’s description in the Quran appears distinctly, where the description is directed towards His beautiful names and attributes.
Reflection on the Verse “You did not throw when you threw”
The blessed verse “You did not throw when you threw, but Allah threw” from Surah Al-Anfal reflects the unity of action between the Prophet ﷺ and Allah. This verse indicates that the actions of the Prophet ﷺ were a manifestation of Allah’s actions on earth, reflecting the unity between the divine action and the action of the Prophet ﷺ. Moreover, the actions of the Prophet ﷺ are nothing but manifestations of divine attributes in the material world.
The Unity of the Prophetic and Divine Action
The Prophet ﷺ displays Allah’s attributes through his actions and sayings, as every action performed by the Prophet ﷺ is indeed a divine action. This unity in actions explains how the truth of Allah manifests through the Muhammadan reality, which serves as the intermediary between God and creation. Additionally, the actions of the Prophet ﷺ represent a living translation of Allah’s mercy and other attributes.
The Muhammadan Reality: The Intermediary Between God and Creation
The Muhammadan reality is the boundary between divine light and creation. Allah manifested to the Prophet ﷺ to be the intermediary between the Creator and the created. This Muhammadan light is what allows creation, including humans, to feel the existence of Allah. The Muhammadan reality not only represents the Prophet ﷺ but is also the “barzakh” (boundary) through which the divine truth appears in the material world.
The Muhammadan Light in the Quran: Manifestation of Allah’s Mercy
The Quran describes the Prophet ﷺ as a divine light manifested in the material world. The Prophet ﷺ is considered “a light” emanating from Allah, as stated in the verse: “There has come to you from Allah a light and a clear Book.” This Muhammadan light is what connects God with creation, making the Prophet ﷺ a living example of Allah’s attributes.
The Perfect Human: The Effective Tool in Building Existence
The Muhammadan reality, as the perfect human, is the source and foundation of the world’s existence. It represents the divine light through which all existential truths are created and manifested. The perfect human or Muhammadan reality is the center point around which the universe revolves, and everything in existence is influenced by it.
Manifestation and Seeking the Muhammadan Light
As mentioned in the hadiths and Quranic verses, the Muhammadan light is what illuminates the path to truth and existence. This light opens the doors to knowledge and understanding for Allah’s creatures and represents the path that allows humans to attain knowledge of Allah and follow His message. Through the Prophet ﷺ, Allah’s qualities are manifested in the material world through His mercy.
The Path to Guidance: Obedience and Following
Obedience to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ is the path to guidance in Islam. The Quran emphasizes the necessity of following the Prophet ﷺ because following him is essentially following Allah. The Prophet ﷺ is the means through which humans can reach Allah, and therefore, obedience to him is obedience to Allah in its essence.
The Muhammadan Pole: The Mirror of God on Earth
The Prophet ﷺ is the pole that governs the orbit of existence, through which he connects Allah with creation. Everything in existence passes through this pole, which acts as a mirror reflecting the attributes of Allah. Through the Prophet ﷺ, the qualities of Allah are manifested in the material world, allowing humans to know Allah through him.
Conclusion: The Muhammadan Reality and Its Impact on Existence
The Muhammadan reality is the key to understanding the universe and existence. It is the point that embodies Allah’s attributes and connects the Creator with the created. Through the Prophet ﷺ, divine light is manifested in our material world, and His message continues to guide humanity towards obedience and servitude to Allah, establishing a connection between Allah and His creatures in this world.