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THE PROPHET MOSES (PBUH)

CONCLUSION

s all the verses mentioned so far relate, extensive refer-
ences to the Prophet Moses (pbuh) are found in many
A parts of the Qur'an. His life is an example that abounds

with lessons and reminders for believers, beginning with the early part of
his life, and some of these lessons and reminders we have dealt with in this
book.
Reflecting on the meaning of these lessons leads us to recognize the
extent to which destiny completely contains a man's life, and the blessings
it implies for a man of faith.
The lessons to be drawn from the Prophet Moses' (pbuh) life can be
summarized as follows:

1- Destiny and its Divine purposes

By the time the Prophet Moses (pbuh) was born, his prophecy and the
struggle he would pursue in the way of Allah were all predetermined. In
fact, this was all ordained even before his birth. When we look at ourselves,
we should also realize that we lead our own lives within a certain destiny.
This destiny is what is best for us. It is ordained by Allah, Who is our Creator
and our Lord. He has infinite knowledge and mercy. That is why we should
submit ourselves to our destiny, and embrace whatever befalls us with joy,
knowing that it is a part of the destiny our Lord has created for us.

2- Trusting Allah and placing faith in Him

The story of the Prophet Moses (pbuh) greatly emphasizes the notion

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