The concept of Khatm-e-Nabuwat or the Finality of Prophethood is central to the Islamic faith. It refers to the belief that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the last and final prophet sent by Allah to guide humanity.
This doctrine is not just a theological principle but a core tenet that has been upheld by the consensus of the Muslim Ummah (community) for centuries.
This doctrine has had significant theological and legal implications in the Muslim world, particularly in the formulation of laws that protect the finality of Prophethood and the integrity of Islamic belief systems.
“Muhammad is not the father of any of your men, but he is the Messenger of Allah and the Seal of the Prophets.” (Quran 33:40)
“The tribe of Israel was guided by prophets. When one prophet died, another succeeded him. But there will be no prophet after me.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith No. 3455)
"Indeed, those who harm Allah and His Messenger – Allah has cursed them in this world and the Hereafter and prepared for them a humiliating punishment." (Quran 33:57)
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Muslims around the world share a deep emotional bond with their Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This bond is rooted in love and respect, as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) represents the highest ideals of conduct and morality. When someone speaks ill of the Prophet (PBUH) , it feels like an attack not just on an individual but on the faith itself.
This is why issues of blasphemy evoke strong feelings and responses within the Muslim community. Muslims believe that protecting the honor of the Prophet is a sacred duty.
Islamic teachings, including verses from the Qur’an, emphasize the importance of defending the Prophet’s dignity. For instance, Surah Al-Ahzab (33:57) highlights the seriousness of harming Allah and His Messenger.
The Ahmadiyya community, founded by Mirza Ghulam Ahmad in the late 19th century, presents a unique theological challenge to mainstream Islam. Ahmadis believe that Mirza Ghulam Ahmad was a prophet, which directly contradicts the belief in the finality of Prophethood.As a result of these beliefs, Ahmadis were declared non-Muslims by Pakistan’s government in 1974. This decision was made to preserve the integrity of Islamic doctrine, particularly the doctrine of Khatm-e-Nabuwat.
The Second Constitutional Amendment (1974)
In 1974, the Second Constitutional Amendment was passed in Pakistan, officially declaring Ahmadis as non-Muslims. This amendment reflected the belief that anyone who claims prophethood after Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is outside the fold of Islam. It was a landmark decision that not only safeguarded Islamic beliefs but also had significant legal and social implications for the Ahmadi community.
