Miracles

Question 1

What is a mu’jizaat?

Answer 1

It is a miracle that is a supernatural act which can only be performed by prophets.

Question 2

List some mu’jizaat.

Answer 2

Musa- serpent staff
Sulaimaan- hearing ants
Dawood- softening iron
Isa- bringing the dead back to life
Muhammad- splitting of the moon

Question 3

why are prophets granted miracles?

Answer 3

To prove their prophet hood. A person with intelligence will accept the truth.

Question 4

Can a person lying about prophet hood perform miracles?

Answer 4

No.

Question 5

How many miracles does prophet Muhammad possess?

Answer 5

Many, including mi’raaj.

Question 6

Describe some of the Mi’raaj miracle.

Answer 6

The prophet travelled from Makkah to Bayt Al Mukdis and led all the prophets in salaah. He told the state of all the caravans. He travelled to the skies via a Buraak and met Allah.

Question 7

Did Mi’raaj take place in a dream?

Answer 7

No it took place in full wakeness.

Question 8

Was Mi’raaj physical, or just by the soul?

Answer 8

It was both physical and by the soul.

Question 9

What is the difference between mu’jizaat and karaamat?

Answer 9

Mu’jizaat are performed by prophets. Karaamat are performed by saints.