A Prophet is human in created nature, while revelation and prophetic guidance are described as light.
Humanity refers to being a created person; light here expresses the illuminating quality of guidance. In this sense the two descriptions do not contradict one another.
The prophetic rank is exalted, yet the Prophet remains Allah’s human servant.
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Faith and Messengership: the Nature and Qualities of Prophethood
A Prophet is human in created nature, while revelation and prophetic guidance are described as light.
Humanity refers to being a created person; light here expresses the illuminating quality of guidance. In this sense the two descriptions do not contradict one another.
The prophetic rank is exalted, yet the Prophet remains Allah’s human servant.