Between Moses, Muhammad and Jesus
Some people believe that this prophecy refers to Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him).
However, this cannot be true.
The following ten points of comparison between
Prophets Moses, Muhammad and Jesus (peace be upon them) demonstrate that
Prophet Jesus does not fit this particular prophecy.
It would clarify the identity of “that Prophet” who has come after Moses (peace be upon him). This comparison is self-evident.
Following are the details:
1- Birth
The birth of Jesus was miraculous.
According to Christian and Muslim beliefs, he was miraculously born of the Virgin Mary. However, both Moses and Muhammad (peace be upon them) were born in the usual manner; the physical association of man and woman. Therefore, Jesus is not like Moses in that respect; however, Muhammad is like Moses.
2- Parents
Moses had a father and a mother; so did Muhammad. Jesus, however, had only a mother and no human father. Therefore, Jesus is not like Moses in that respect, but Muhammad is.
3- Marital status
Both Moses and Muhammad got married and had children. There is no record of a marriage and offspring in the case of Jesus (peace be upon him). Therefore, Jesus is not like Moses, but Muhammad is.
4- Death
Both Moses and Muhammad died due to natural causes and were buried.
The end of the mission of Jesus on the earth was unusual; being raised up to the heavens according to Islamic belief and crucifixion according to Christian belief.
According to Christians, Jesus died for the sins of the world, but Moses did not have to die for the sins of the world. He and Muhammad died due to natural causes. Therefore, Jesus is not like Moses, but Muhammad is.