A man, a messenger, not an object of worship.
For many people in the West, Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is a distant and misunderstood figure , often seen only through headlines or political polemics.
Before accepting or rejecting any claim, a fair question deserves to be asked: Who did he actually claim to be?
Muhammad (Peace be upon him) never claimed to be divine, nor the son of God. He did not ask to be worshiped. His claim was simple and consistent:
Before receiving revelation at age 40, he was known in his community as "The Trustworthy." He lived a quiet, honest life without seeking power or status.
When he began preaching monotheism, his life became harder, not easier. He faced persecution, boycott, and exile.
Critics often claim he sought power. Yet, when his opponents offered him wealth and absolute leadership to simply stop preaching, he refused.
Even later, when he gained authority, he lived in a simple house, mended his own clothes, and often went days without a cooking fire. This consistency is difficult to explain through worldly motives.
Would a man endure years of starvation, loss, and war for a message he knew was false?