مَبْعُوثٌ مِنَ اللَّهِ
A Prophet is sent by Allah.
No one becomes a Prophet merely through effort, intelligence, political power, or public approval. Prophethood is an office bestowed by Allah through which His guidance and commands reach people.
The distinction is between a human claim to authority and a genuine divine commission.
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Faith and Messengership: the Nature and Qualities of Prophethood
مَبْعُوثٌ مِنَ اللَّهِ
A Prophet is sent by Allah.
No one becomes a Prophet merely through effort, intelligence, political power, or public approval. Prophethood is an office bestowed by Allah through which His guidance and commands reach people.
The distinction is between a human claim to authority and a genuine divine commission.