Throughout history, prophets have played a vital role in guiding people toward God’s truth. In both the Bible and the Qur’an, Jesus is acknowledged as a prophet — but in the Bible, He is also revealed as the Son of God and Savior of the world. The question “Why did Muhammad come after Jesus?” is one that invites careful thought, especially when comparing biblical teaching with later Islamic claims.

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The Biblical Role of Jesus

The Bible presents Jesus not merely as a prophet, but as the final and complete revelation of God. Hebrews 1:1-2 says:

“In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son…”

According to Scripture, Jesus is the fulfillment of all prophecies (Luke 24:44), the perfect mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5), and the one whose sacrifice brought full atonement for sin (Hebrews 10:10-14). This means His mission was not partial or incomplete — it was final.

The Question of Another Prophet

Islam teaches that Muhammad came approximately 600 years after Jesus as the Seal of the Prophets. However, the Bible gives no indication that another prophet would come to replace or surpass Christ. In fact, Jesus Himself declared:

“I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6)

If Jesus is the only way to God, the idea of another prophet bringing a “final” message that changes or replaces His gospel raises serious questions.

Prophecy and Caution

Jesus also warned of those who would come after Him claiming divine authority:

“For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.” (Matthew 24:24)

The apostle Paul reinforced this warning in Galatians 1:8:

“But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let them be under God’s curse!”

This is striking when we consider that Islamic tradition says Muhammad received revelations from an angel.

An Invitation to Consider

For Muslims, the life and teachings of Jesus offer a picture of compassion, truth, and authority that stands apart from any other figure. If His work was complete, as the Bible teaches, there was no need for another prophet to correct or add to His message.

The question, then, is not only “Why did Muhammad come after Jesus?” but “Was another prophet necessary at all?”

For anyone seeking truth, the invitation is to read the Gospels firsthand, compare their message with later claims, and consider whether Jesus might be more than a prophet — the very Savior and Lord He claimed to be.

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