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What is the ruling on verses that describe the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and favor him over other prophets with phrases such as "the sun is their most perfect and lowest," and compare between the miracles of the prophets and his miracles, and do these verses contain exaggeration in praising the Prophet?

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There is no disagreement among scholars regarding the superiority of some prophets over others. However, a prophetic prohibition has been reported against making distinctions between them, to avoid delving into what is inappropriate for them or diminishing their status.

The verses mentioned in the question contain some inaccuracies in their meanings, including: 1. The statement that God spoke to Moses through revelation, whereas the correct understanding is that He spoke to him directly. 2. The conclusion that Prophet Muhammad saw his Lord with his physical eyes, whereas the correct understanding is that he saw a light or saw Him with his heart, which is a point of scholarly disagreement. 3. The claim that Muhammad's armor was the Quran, even though the Prophet (peace be upon him) wore armor and took precautions in battles, and the manufacturing of armor is a virtue attributed to David (peace be upon him). 4. The consideration that Noah's (peace be upon him) prayer against his people was for revenge, whereas it was a defense of the religion after he was divinely informed that they would not believe.

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